How much does a political science teacher make in California?
$124,900a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in California. That is $60.04 an hour or $10,410 a month.
- Hourly
- $60.04
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 1,060
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $67,510Median: $124,900Highest 10%: $212,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $67,510 | $32.46 | |
| 25th | $100,400 | $48.26 | |
| Median | $124,900 | $60.04 | |
| 75th | $165,800 | $79.72 | |
| 90th | $212,200 | $102.02 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Riverside, CA | $150,900 |
| Sacramento, CA | $131,400 |
| Fresno, CA | $128,800 |
| San Francisco, CA | $128,100 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $119,600 |
| San Jose, CA | $119,000 |
| San Diego, CA | $105,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political science teachers.
| 1. Massachusetts | $128,200 |
| 2. California | $124,900 |
| 3. New Hampshire | $124,100 |
| 4. Montana | $109,100 |
| 5. Vermont | $107,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $60.04 ($124,900 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $124,900 against $98,070 nationally, 27% more.
Where does California rank for political science teacher pay?
California ranks 2 of 45 states.
Which city in California pays political science teachers the most?
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA, with a median of $150,900 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.