Paid Research Studies in Boston
Get paid $50–$300+ for focus groups, interviews, surveys, and clinical trials in Boston. Boston's universities and hospitals make it a hotspot for paid academic and clinical studies, plus online consumer research.
Studies available in Boston right now
Online studies are open to anyone in MA — including Cambridge, Back Bay, Somerville. Sign up to see them all.
Focus Group on Health & Wellness - $200+
What does health and wellness mean to you? Adults ages 18+ are invited to participate in a health and wellness research study. Qualified participants will receive $200+ for a 90-minute virtual interview or a 2-hour in-home interview. If you are interested in participating, please sign up and take the survey to see if you qualify! Space is limited, subject to availability. Criteria for qualification are subject to change at any time and without notice.
Focus Group on Dining - $125
How often do you dine out? Adults ages 18-44 are invited to participate in a nationwide online research study about restaurant experiences and dining preferences. Qualified participants will receive $125 for a 90-minute online group discussion. If you are interested in participating, please sign up and take the survey to see if you qualify! Space is limited, subject to availability. Criteria for qualification are subject to change at any time and without notice.
Focus Group on Movies - $125
What makes a movie unforgettable? Adults ages 21-54 are invited to participate in a nationwide online movie research study. Qualified participants will receive $125 for watching film clips and sharing their feedback. If you are interested in participating, please sign up and take the survey to see if you qualify! Space is limited, subject to availability. Criteria for qualification are subject to change at any time and without notice.
Focus Group on Evening News - $175
Do you watch the evening news? Adults ages 18-74 are invited to participate in a nationwide online research study about evening news programs. Qualified participants will receive $175. If you are interested in participating, please sign up and take the survey to see if you qualify! Space is limited, subject to availability. Criteria for qualification are subject to change at any time and without notice.
Focus Group on Type 2 Diabetes - $125
Living with Type 2 Diabetes? Adults diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes are invited to participate in a nationwide online research study. Qualified participants will receive $125 for providing feedback on research materials. If you are interested in participating, please sign up and take the survey to see if you qualify! Space is limited, subject to availability. Criteria for qualification are subject to change at any time and without notice.
Focus Group on Shopping Sources - $100
Where do you shop most often? Adults ages 19-45 are invited to participate in a nationwide online research interview about shopping habits and technology. Qualified participants will receive $100. If you are interested in participating, please sign up and take the survey to see if you qualify! Space is limited, subject to availability. Criteria for qualification are subject to change at any time and without notice.
Focus Group on Credit Products - up to $200
How do you choose your credit products? Consumers ages 18-65 are invited to participate in a nationwide online study about credit products, financial needs, and decision-making. Qualified participants will receive $125-$200. If you are interested in participating, please sign up and take the survey to see if you qualify! Space is limited, subject to availability. Criteria for qualification are subject to change at any time and without notice.
Focus Group on Banking Experiences - $125
How has your banking experience been lately? U.S. bank customers ages 18+ are invited to participate in a nationwide online research study about banking customer service. Qualified participants will receive $125. If you are interested in participating, please sign up and take the survey to see if you qualify! Space is limited, subject to availability. Criteria for qualification are subject to change at any time and without notice.
Product Test for Women on Skincare - $175
What's your skincare routine really like? Women ages 18-45 are invited to test a skincare product and participate in a 90-minute online focus group. Qualified participants will receive $175. If you are interested in participating, please sign up and take the survey to see if you qualify! Space is limited, subject to availability. Criteria for qualification are subject to change at any time and without notice.
How to get paid for research studies in Boston
Boston has a steady stream of paid research opportunities — from in-person focus groups and product testing to fully remote online surveys and diary studies. Boston's universities and hospitals make it a hotspot for paid academic and clinical studies, plus online consumer research. StudySnag aggregates these into one feed so you don't have to hunt across panels, Craigslist, and university boards.
Most studies pay $50–$300, and paid clinical trials in the area can pay significantly more. Whether you're near Cambridge or Back Bay, online studies let you take part from home, while in-person studies and clinical trials near you are listed when available.
Getting started is free: create an account, tell us a little about yourself, and browse the studies you qualify for in Boston. Registering takes one tap, and you're paid directly by the research panel on completion.
Paid research studies in Boston — FAQ
How much do paid research studies in Boston pay?+
Most paid studies for Boston, MA participants pay between $50 and $300, while clinical trials can pay much more. You'll always see the exact payout before you register.
Are there online paid studies for Boston residents?+
Yes. Many studies are fully online and open to anyone in MA, so you can take part from Cambridge or anywhere nearby. In-person focus groups and clinical trials are also listed when available.
Do I need to be a student to join?+
No — anyone US-based can join. Boston students, professionals, and retirees all qualify for different studies.
How do I get started?+
Create a free StudySnag account, tell us a bit about yourself, and browse the studies you qualify for in Boston. Registering for a study takes one tap.
Paid research studies in other cities
Start earning from your opinions 💸
Free to join. Browse hundreds of paid studies and register in seconds.
Find paid studies in Boston