How much does a political science teacher make in Connecticut?
$100,200a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in Connecticut. That is $48.19 an hour or $8,353 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.19
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,570Median: $100,200Highest 10%: $227,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,570 | $30.08 | |
| 25th | $78,730 | $37.85 | |
| Median | $100,200 | $48.19 | |
| 75th | $142,000 | $68.27 | |
| 90th | $227,500 | $109.36 |
Cities in Connecticut
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Hartford, CT | $100,900 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political science teachers.
| 12. Washington | $101,100 |
| 13. Illinois | $100,700 |
| 14. New Jersey | $100,300 |
| 15. Connecticut | $100,200 |
| 16. Arizona | $99,910 |
| 17. Pennsylvania | $97,230 |
| 18. Minnesota | $97,170 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in Connecticut?
The median hourly pay in Connecticut is $48.19 ($100,200 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in Connecticut than the national average?
Yes: $100,200 against $98,070 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Connecticut rank for political science teacher pay?
Connecticut ranks 15 of 45 states.
Which city in Connecticut pays political science teachers the most?
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT, with a median of $100,900 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.