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NCAT

Research Associate

Greensboro, NC · On-site

The employee is expected to work independently to collect data for Housing Research projects and analyze research results using appropriate software, to contribute to publications, reports, and ...

JLL

Research Analyst

Boston, MA · On-site

The Research Analyst will focus on trend analysis, market presentation, strategic business ... multi-housing, and medical office real estate markets. This position does not provide visa ...

Institute for Justice

Senior Research Analyst

Arlington, VA · On-site

$120K - $130K/yr

... housing, and 4th Amendment rights. * Working closely with IJ attorneys and researchers to generate ... Manipulating and analyzing large datasets with both descriptive and inferential statistics, as well ...

WOODSTOCK INSTITUTE

$70K - $90K/yr

The Fair Lending Research Analyst works as a team with other Analyst(s) and/or Intern(s) in ... Knowledge of affordable housing, Home Mortgage Disclosure Act, Fair Lending, and Community ...

Gov Services Hub

: Data Analyst

Richmond, VA · On-site

Thorough knowledge and understanding of housing and community development issues, and public policies and programs to address them; extensive experience in conducting research and policy analysis ...

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How much do housing research analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for housing research analyst in the United States is $73,965.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,000.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Housing Research Analyst vs Housing Policy Analyst?

AspectHousing Research AnalystHousing Policy Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in urban planning, economics, or related field; research skillsBachelor's or master's in public policy, urban planning, or related; policy analysis skills
Work EnvironmentResearch firms, government agencies, non-profitsGovernment agencies, think tanks, advocacy groups
Employer & Industry UsageFocuses on data collection, analysis, and reportingFocuses on developing, analyzing, and advocating for policies

Housing Research Analysts primarily gather and analyze data related to housing markets, while Housing Policy Analysts develop and evaluate policies based on research findings. Both roles often work in similar environments but differ in their focus—data analysis versus policy development.

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(Senior) Research/Data Analyst, Housing Center

Washington, DC • On-site

AEI
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$131K - $131K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Create, clean, and analyze datasets to derive insights and inform housing policy.

  • Perform statistical analysis, modeling, and develop models or metrics to support research and reports.

  • Create data visualizations, examine data for trends and anomalies, and forecast trends to support studies and reports.

Job description

Overview
The Housing Center at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) is the nation's leading market-oriented housing research center. It operates at the intersection of data-driven housing knowledge and policy solutions. Analysts will have access the nation's foremost housing database, conduct cutting-edge research, and participate in creating an unprecedented set of metrics to improve the operation of housing markets, mortgage lending practices, and housing policy. Involving direct work with the center's codirectors on the full range of the center's initiatives, this role encompasses data science, business intelligence, and statistical programming. The anticipated start date for this position is as soon as possible.
The AEI Housing Center seeks a full-time, in-person (senior) research or data analyst to assist in creating, managing, and analyzing large datasets to derive insights and inform US housing policy. Responsibilities will include creating, cleaning, and analyzing new datasets; conducting statistical analyses; and helping draft research papers and other materials. The weight of these responsibilities may vary depending on whether the position is filled by a (senior) research analyst or (senior) data analyst. A (senior) research analyst will focus on researching and writing, and a (senior) data analyst will focus on analyzing data.
This position requires superior technical and quantitative skills, the capacity to develop additional skills, and high proficiency in writing, research, communication, and organization. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated interest in and knowledge of housing policy. Creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask with minimal supervision are essential. A master's degree in public policy, data analytics, or other quantitative methods field is preferred.
Final title and salary are commensurate with experience. Please outline in your cover letter which title you feel your qualifications most accurately represent.
AEI offers a stimulating and harmonious work environment and excellent benefits. Applicants must submit a cover letter demonstrating their interest in housing policy and noting their quantitative and technical experience and skills, a resume, an unofficial academic transcript, and a writing sample with the online application. Finalists will be asked to pass an analytical assessment.
Responsibilities
  • Research or Data Analyst
    • Perform statistical analysis and modeling according to detailed specifications to support small studies and fulfill ad hoc requests.
    • Combine processes, techniques, and methodologies from various fields to perform predictive and statistical analysis on large and often disparate datasets.
    • Create data listings, tabulations, graphs, and figures for studies and reports.
    • Integrate data from various sources as required.
    • Assemble financial, workforce, technological, economic, statistical, and other operational datasets to inform comparative and predictive analyses of housing issues.
    • Examine data for trends and anomalies to draw actionable conclusions.
    • Forecast trends and derive key indicators.
  • Senior Research or Data Analyst
    • Using statistical software, perform statistical analysis and modeling to support small to large studies and fulfill ad hoc requests.
    • Develop models, algorithms, and metrics to facilitate data interpretation. Work with various AEI employees to present and operationalize data to achieve accessible
    • insights.
    • Combine processes, techniques, and methodologies from various fields to perform predictive and statistical analysis and modeling on large and often disparate datasets.
    • Create data listings, tabulations, graphs, and figures for studies and reports.
    • Examine data for trends and anomalies to draw actionable conclusions.
    • Forecast trends and derive key indicators.
    • Integrate data from various sources as required.
    • Take action to solve problems and issues that routinely arise in areas of assigned responsibility.
    • Apply deep professional knowledge to independently solve a full range of complex problems.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions at AEI
  • The employee is expected to regularly stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard. This job requires close-up vision for computer work.
  • The employee must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
  • The employee must be able to work in a confined area.
  • Moderate noise (e.g., from computers, phones, printers, and light traffic) is expected.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities associated with this position.

Qualifications
  • Required
    • Research or Data Analyst: a master's degree with zero years of full-time, applicable work experience or a bachelor's degree and at least two years of full-time, applicable work experience
    • Senior Research/Data Analyst: a master's degree and at least one year of full-time, applicable work experience or a bachelor's degree and at least three years of full-time, applicable work experience
    • A degree in economics, finance, real estate, public policy, computer science, or a related discipline
    • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel
    • Fluency in data analysis tools and languages including Stata, R, and Python
    • Strong communication and organizational skills
    • A demonstrated interest in housing and public policy research
    • A strong understanding of statistical methods and data science techniques
    • Strong problem-solving skills
    • Knowledge of data governance and compliance standards
    • The capacity to meticulously document all data processes, methodologies, and analyses
    • An ambitious outlook, comfort with working independently, and readiness to learn new skills as projects demand
    • The ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
    • The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment
  • Desired
    • Experience with Structured Query Language (including PostgreSQL, MySQL, DBT, and DuckDB) and data engineer workflows (including extract, transform, load and extract, load, transform)
    • Proficiency with geospatial analysis and visualization, particularly with web-mapping tools, such as Leaflet, Mapbox, Deck.gl, and ArcGIS or QGIS
    • Experience with web development using JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, or PHP
    • Knowledge of data visualization tools such as Tableau, Quarto, ggplot2, or Matplotlib
    • Familiarity with version-control software such as Git/GitHub, Docker, and Python

Benefits
AEI offers generous benefits, including 18 days of paid leave (15 days of paid annual leave and 3 personal/floating holidays); 12 days of paid sick leave; paid family leave; medical and dental coverage, in addition to a health savings account; medical and dependent care FSA; a tuition assistance program of up to $5,200; life and disability insurance at no cost to employees; and a 403b retirement plan with a contribution from AEI, among other benefits. For more information, you can see a full summary of our benefits at https://www.aei.org/jobs/benefits/.
Compensation is based on a number of factors, including the position's scope and responsibilities; a candidate's full-time, applicable work experience; key skills and qualifications; and internal and external market considerations. The salary range for this full-time, exempt position is $65,000-$85,000. Salary is just one component of AEI's total compensation package for employees.

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