How much does a political science teacher make in Alabama?
$77,860a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in Alabama. That is $37.43 an hour or $6,488 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.43
- Vs. national median
- -21%
- Rank among states
- 39 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,650Median: $77,860Highest 10%: $139,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,650 | $24.83 | |
| 25th | $62,200 | $29.90 | |
| Median | $77,860 | $37.43 | |
| 75th | $98,900 | $47.55 | |
| 90th | $139,300 | $66.96 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Auburn, AL | $79,090 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political science teachers.
| 36. North Carolina | $78,760 |
| 37. Kentucky | $78,670 |
| 38. South Carolina | $78,650 |
| 39. Alabama | $77,860 |
| 40. Florida | $77,860 |
| 41. West Virginia | $77,420 |
| 42. South Dakota | $72,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $37.43 ($77,860 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $77,860 against $98,070 nationally, 21% less.
Where does Alabama rank for political science teacher pay?
Alabama ranks 39 of 45 states.
Which city in Alabama pays political science teachers the most?
Auburn-Opelika, AL, with a median of $79,090 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.