How much does a political science teacher make in Kentucky?
$78,670a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in Kentucky. That is $37.82 an hour or $6,556 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.82
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,220Median: $78,670Highest 10%: $176,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,220 | $18.38 | |
| 25th | $60,220 | $28.95 | |
| Median | $78,670 | $37.82 | |
| 75th | $114,300 | $54.95 | |
| 90th | $176,600 | $84.91 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lexington, KY | $121,300 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $80,360 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political science teachers.
| 34. Georgia | $79,870 |
| 35. Kansas | $78,800 |
| 36. North Carolina | $78,760 |
| 37. Kentucky | $78,670 |
| 38. South Carolina | $78,650 |
| 39. Alabama | $77,860 |
| 40. Florida | $77,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $37.82 ($78,670 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in Kentucky than the national average?
No: $78,670 against $98,070 nationally, 20% less.
Where does Kentucky rank for political science teacher pay?
Kentucky ranks 37 of 45 states.
Which city in Kentucky pays political science teachers the most?
Lexington-Fayette, KY, with a median of $121,300 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.