How much does a political science teacher make in Minnesota?
$97,170a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in Minnesota. That is $46.72 an hour or $8,098 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.72
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $73,670Median: $97,170Highest 10%: $168,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $73,670 | $35.42 | |
| 25th | $80,560 | $38.73 | |
| Median | $97,170 | $46.72 | |
| 75th | $129,000 | $62.01 | |
| 90th | $168,600 | $81.03 |
Cities in Minnesota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Minneapolis, MN | $103,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political science teachers.
| 15. Connecticut | $100,200 |
| 16. Arizona | $99,910 |
| 17. Pennsylvania | $97,230 |
| 18. Minnesota | $97,170 |
| 19. Maine | $96,760 |
| 20. Missouri | $94,500 |
| 21. Nevada | $93,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in Minnesota?
The median hourly pay in Minnesota is $46.72 ($97,170 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in Minnesota than the national average?
No: $97,170 against $98,070 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Minnesota rank for political science teacher pay?
Minnesota ranks 18 of 45 states.
Which city in Minnesota pays political science teachers the most?
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI, with a median of $103,400 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.