How much does a political science teacher make in Oregon?
$83,580a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in Oregon. That is $40.18 an hour or $6,965 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.18
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 540
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $72,120Median: $83,580Highest 10%: $133,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $72,120 | $34.67 | |
| 25th | $72,120 | $34.67 | |
| Median | $83,580 | $40.18 | |
| 75th | $114,500 | $55.02 | |
| 90th | $133,400 | $64.11 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $82,480 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political science teachers.
| 24. Nebraska | $86,380 |
| 25. Wyoming | $84,750 |
| 26. Indiana | $83,770 |
| 27. Oregon | $83,580 |
| 28. Wisconsin | $83,190 |
| 29. Tennessee | $81,330 |
| 30. New Mexico | $80,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $40.18 ($83,580 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in Oregon than the national average?
No: $83,580 against $98,070 nationally, 15% less.
Where does Oregon rank for political science teacher pay?
Oregon ranks 27 of 45 states.
Which city in Oregon pays political science teachers the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $82,480 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.