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Research associate salary in Raleigh, NC (Updated 2026)

How much does a Research Associate make in Raleigh, NC?

Estimated salaries

$60,845
18%
below national average

The estimated salary for a research associate is $60,845 per year in Raleigh, NC.

Research Associate job openings in Raleigh, NC

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Research Associate
North Carolina State University4.2out of 5 stars.
Raleigh, NC
$60,000 a year
Full-time
4 days ago

Highest paying companies for Research Associate in Raleigh, NC

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Saint Augustine's University
 
$65,000per year
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North Carolina State Universit...
 
$57,717per year
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Piper Companies
 
$54,850per year
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Zachary Piper Solutions
 
$50,960per year
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Highest paying cities for Research Associates near Raleigh, NC

  1. Charlotte, NC
    $77,318 per year
  2. Durham, NC
    $59,378 per year
  3. Greensboro, NC
    $51,613 per year
  4. Franklinton, NC
    $41,873 per year

Where can a Research Associate earn more?

Compare salaries for Research Associates in different locations
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How much do similar professions as Research Associate get paid in Raleigh, NC?

Junior Research Associate

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Average $49,570 per year

Senior Research Associate

Job openings
Average $64,605 per year