Salary by Education Level
What the Data Shows
For Sociologists positions, filings requiring a Master's degree carried an average declared salary of $74,940 versus $68,993 for those requiring a Bachelor's - a premium of +8.6%. Across all certified filings with a stated education level, 18.2% accepted a Bachelor's degree as the minimum requirement.
Education vs Salary
| Education Level | Average Salary | Filings | % of Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doctorate | $90,775 | 5 | 22.7% |
| Master's | $74,940 | 13 | 59.1% |
| Bachelor's | $68,993 | 4 | 18.2% |