How much does a political science teacher make in Michigan?
$107,100a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in Michigan. That is $51.47 an hour or $8,922 a month.
- Hourly
- $51.47
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,020Median: $107,100Highest 10%: $225,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,020 | $29.34 | |
| 25th | $82,580 | $39.70 | |
| Median | $107,100 | $51.47 | |
| 75th | $137,400 | $66.07 | |
| 90th | $225,500 | $108.42 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Ann Arbor, MI | $137,400 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $107,100 |
| Detroit, MI | $100,600 |
| South Bend, IN | $65,660 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political science teachers.
| 3. New Hampshire | $124,100 |
| 4. Montana | $109,100 |
| 5. Vermont | $107,500 |
| 6. Michigan | $107,100 |
| 7. Maryland | $105,600 |
| 8. New York | $104,100 |
| 9. District of Columbia | $102,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $51.47 ($107,100 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in Michigan than the national average?
Yes: $107,100 against $98,070 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Michigan rank for political science teacher pay?
Michigan ranks 6 of 45 states.
Which city in Michigan pays political science teachers the most?
Ann Arbor, MI, with a median of $137,400 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.