How much does a political science teacher make in North Carolina?
$78,760a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in North Carolina. That is $37.87 an hour or $6,563 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.87
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,240Median: $78,760Highest 10%: $144,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,240 | $22.71 | |
| 25th | $63,140 | $30.36 | |
| Median | $78,760 | $37.87 | |
| 75th | $105,700 | $50.82 | |
| 90th | $144,600 | $69.53 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $99,380 |
| Charlotte, NC | $77,870 |
| Greensboro, NC | $77,530 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political science teachers.
| 33. Ohio | $80,090 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $37.87 ($78,760 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $78,760 against $98,070 nationally, 20% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for political science teacher pay?
North Carolina ranks 36 of 45 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays political science teachers the most?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC, with a median of $99,380 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.