Job Benefits
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national mean hourly wage of RAs is $12.17, and the national mean average annual wage is $25,320. An RA at a college or university does not typically receive an hourly wage, but is compensated in other ways. Common compensations are price-adjusted housing, free meals, and/or stipends. Listed below are two tables of RA hourly and annual mean wage, broken down by individual industries.
Industries with the highest levels of employment in this occupation:
| Industry | Employment | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools | 9,710 | $13.64 | $28,380 |
| Residential Mental Retardation, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities | 9,630 | $11.27 | $23,440 |
| Other Residential Care Facilities | 5,930 | $11.42 | $23,750 |
| Individual and Family Services | 4,780 | $11.33 | $23,560 |
| Vocational Rehabilitation Services | 4,060 | $11.76 | $24,460 |
Top paying industries for this occupation:
| Industry | Employment | Hourly mean wage | Annual mean wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Medical and Surgical Hospitals | 740 | $15.56 | $32,360 |
| Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Hospitals | 580 | $15.38 | $31,990 |
| Other Schools and Instruction | 50 | $15.02 | $31,250 |
| Educational Support Services | 40 | $14.27 | $29,670 |
| Junior Colleges | 810 | $13.82 | $28,740 |
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