How much does a political science teacher make in Sacramento?
$131,400a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro area. That is $63.19 an hour or $10,950 a month.
- Hourly
- $63.19
- Vs. national median
- +34%
- Rank among cities
- 4 of 65
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $70,840Median: $131,400Highest 10%: $244,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $70,840 | $34.06 | |
| 25th | $118,900 | $57.18 | |
| Median | $131,400 | $63.19 | |
| 75th | $170,400 | $81.92 | |
| 90th | $244,000 | $117.29 |
Other cities in California
Median yearly pay for political science teachers.
| Riverside, CA | $150,900 |
| San Francisco, CA | $128,100 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $119,600 |
| San Jose, CA | $119,000 |
| San Diego, CA | $105,100 |
Related jobs in Sacramento
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Social Sciences Teacher | $169,700 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $141,200 |
| Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teacher | $139,800 |
| Postsecondary Teacher | $135,100 |
| Psychology Teacher | $133,900 |
| Communications Teacher | $133,300 |
| Physics Teacher | $132,800 |
| Recreation and Fitness Studies Teacher | $131,900 |
| Chemistry Teacher | $130,300 |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teacher | $129,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in Sacramento?
The median hourly pay in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro area is $63.19 ($131,400 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in Sacramento than the national average?
Yes: $131,400 against $98,070 nationally, 34% more.
How does Sacramento compare with the rest of California?
The median in California is $124,900, so Sacramento pays 5% more.
Where does Sacramento rank for political science teacher pay?
4 of 65 metro areas with data.
How much does a political science teacher make starting out in Sacramento?
The lowest-paid 10% make $70,840 or less a year; the top 10% make $244,000 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.