How much does a political science teacher make in Pennsylvania?
$97,230a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in Pennsylvania. That is $46.75 an hour or $8,103 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.75
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 660
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,350Median: $97,230Highest 10%: $152,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,350 | $29.50 | |
| 25th | $75,590 | $36.34 | |
| Median | $97,230 | $46.75 | |
| 75th | $121,800 | $58.55 | |
| 90th | $152,100 | $73.12 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Harrisburg, PA | $105,200 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $104,100 |
| Allentown, PA | $101,100 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $95,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political science teachers.
| 14. New Jersey | $100,300 |
| 15. Connecticut | $100,200 |
| 16. Arizona | $99,910 |
| 17. Pennsylvania | $97,230 |
| 18. Minnesota | $97,170 |
| 19. Maine | $96,760 |
| 20. Missouri | $94,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $46.75 ($97,230 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
No: $97,230 against $98,070 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for political science teacher pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 17 of 45 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays political science teachers the most?
Harrisburg-Carlisle, PA, with a median of $105,200 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.