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Job outlook for research methodologists in the United States
Are research methodologist jobs in demand?
Yes, research methodologist jobs are in demand. Research methodologist demand is projected to grow 6% from 2018 to 2028.
Research methodologist job and salary trends over time
Compare the number of research methodologist jobs and the average research methodologist salary over time.
Research methodologist jobs over time
Research methodologist job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 60 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 70 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 67 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 79 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 76 | 0.00% |
Average research methodologist salary over time
Research methodologist salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $83,453 | $40.12 | +1.2% |
| 2024 | $82,477 | $39.65 | +2.5% |
| 2023 | $80,428 | $38.67 | +6.3% |
| 2022 | $75,647 | $36.37 | --0.4% |
| 2021 | $75,926 | $36.50 | +1.0% |
Research methodologist jobs by state
The map below shows you the number of research methodologist job openings in each state. The darker areas on the map show where research methodologists earn the highest salaries across all 50 states.
Average salary: Job openings:
Most common states for research methodologists
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vermont | 623,657 | 95 | 15% |
| 2 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 526 | 13% |
| 3 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 169 | 13% |
| 4 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 143 | 13% |
| 5 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 732 | 11% |
| 6 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 633 | 11% |
| 7 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 205 | 11% |
| 8 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 94 | 11% |
| 9 | California | 39,536,653 | 3,760 | 10% |
| 10 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 1,249 | 10% |
| 11 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 866 | 10% |
| 12 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 565 | 10% |
| 13 | Delaware | 961,939 | 100 | 10% |
| 14 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 796 | 9% |
| 15 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 277 | 9% |
| 16 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 180 | 9% |
| 17 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 53 | 9% |
| 18 | Missouri | 6,113,532 | 508 | 8% |
| 19 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 108 | 8% |
| 20 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 60 | 8% |
Most common cities for research methodologists
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chicago | 1 | 0% | $78,477 |
Research Methodologist job outlook: Expert opinions
We spoke to research methodologist professors and experts from several universities and companies to get their opinions on where the research methodologist job market for recent graduates is heading and how young graduates entering the research methodologist industry can be adequately prepared. Here are their thoughts.
Our panel of research methodologist experts
Ryan Barker
State University of New York at Oswego
Ryan Barker
Visiting InstructorState University of New York at Oswego
Departments of Biological Sciences and Health Promotion and Wellness
What Research Methodologist skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Ryan Barker: Gap years are great for experience, do your best to find a job on the ground in your local area but keep mastering things like Zoom or Webex and other telecommunication services. Take the time to set up a designated site in your apartment or home and be prepared to use it because foriegn firms want American talent to strength their presence in the American and global market.
Research methodologist jobs
Updated January 25, 2021