How much does a political science teacher make in Mississippi?
$59,270a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in Mississippi. That is $28.50 an hour or $4,939 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.50
- Vs. national median
- -40%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,700Median: $59,270Highest 10%: $90,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,700 | $21.49 | |
| 25th | $58,690 | $28.22 | |
| Median | $59,270 | $28.50 | |
| 75th | $77,860 | $37.43 | |
| 90th | $90,100 | $43.32 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political science teachers.
| 41. West Virginia | $77,420 |
| 42. South Dakota | $72,580 |
| 43. Oklahoma | $63,400 |
| 44. Mississippi | $59,270 |
| 45. Arkansas | $58,350 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $28.50 ($59,270 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $59,270 against $98,070 nationally, 40% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for political science teacher pay?
Mississippi ranks 44 of 45 states.
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.