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Quick Facts: Survey Researchers | |
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$57,700 per year
$27.74 per hour |
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Master's degree | |
None | |
None | |
12,600 | |
1% (Little or no change) | |
100 |
What Survey Researchers Do
Survey researchers design and conduct surveys and analyze data.
Work Environment
Most survey researchers work in research firms, polling organizations, nonprofits, corporations, colleges and universities, and government agencies. The majority work full time during regular business hours.
How to Become a Survey Researcher
Many research positions require a master’s degree or Ph.D., although a bachelor’s degree may be sufficient for some entry-level positions.
Pay
The median annual wage for survey researchers was $57,700 in May 2018.
Job Outlook
Employment of survey researchers is projected to show little or no change from 2018 to 2028. Changing research methods, such as collecting information from social media websites, are expected to increase the productivity of survey researchers. Job prospects should be best for those with an advanced degree.
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