How much does a political science teacher make in Louisiana?
$88,090a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in Louisiana. That is $42.35 an hour or $7,341 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.35
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,990Median: $88,090Highest 10%: $147,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,990 | $24.03 | |
| 25th | $68,810 | $33.08 | |
| Median | $88,090 | $42.35 | |
| 75th | $100,400 | $48.27 | |
| 90th | $147,400 | $70.84 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Orleans, LA | $81,070 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political science teachers.
| 19. Maine | $96,760 |
| 20. Missouri | $94,500 |
| 21. Nevada | $93,300 |
| 22. Louisiana | $88,090 |
| 23. Texas | $86,950 |
| 24. Nebraska | $86,380 |
| 25. Wyoming | $84,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $42.35 ($88,090 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $88,090 against $98,070 nationally, 10% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for political science teacher pay?
Louisiana ranks 22 of 45 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays political science teachers the most?
New Orleans-Metairie, LA, with a median of $81,070 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.