How much does a political science teacher make in Phoenix?
$98,260a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area. That is $47.24 an hour or $8,188 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.24
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 38 of 65
- Jobs in the area
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,010Median: $98,260Highest 10%: $131,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,010 | $26.45 | |
| 25th | $82,980 | $39.89 | |
| Median | $98,260 | $47.24 | |
| 75th | $122,700 | $59.00 | |
| 90th | $131,800 | $63.37 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for political science teachers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Phoenix
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Economics Teacher | $137,300 |
| Atmospheric | $110,600 |
| Chemistry Teacher | $110,100 |
| Engineering Teacher | $108,500 |
| History Teacher | $97,430 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $96,660 |
| Sociology Teacher | $92,340 |
| Curator | $84,150 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $83,770 |
| Business Teacher | $80,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in Phoenix?
The median hourly pay in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area is $47.24 ($98,260 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in Phoenix than the national average?
Yes: $98,260 against $98,070 nationally, 0% more.
How does Phoenix compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $99,910, so Phoenix pays 2% less.
Where does Phoenix rank for political science teacher pay?
38 of 65 metro areas with data.
How much does a political science teacher make starting out in Phoenix?
The lowest-paid 10% make $55,010 or less a year; the top 10% make $131,800 or more.
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.