How much does a political science teacher make in South Dakota?
$72,580a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in South Dakota. That is $34.89 an hour or $6,048 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.89
- Vs. national median
- -26%
- Rank among states
- 42 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 30
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,740Median: $72,580Highest 10%: $101,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,740 | $28.72 | |
| 25th | $64,830 | $31.17 | |
| Median | $72,580 | $34.89 | |
| 75th | $84,400 | $40.58 | |
| 90th | $101,600 | $48.86 |
Cities in South Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political science teachers.
| 39. Alabama | $77,860 |
| 40. Florida | $77,860 |
| 41. West Virginia | $77,420 |
| 42. South Dakota | $72,580 |
| 43. Oklahoma | $63,400 |
| 44. Mississippi | $59,270 |
| 45. Arkansas | $58,350 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in South Dakota?
The median hourly pay in South Dakota is $34.89 ($72,580 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in South Dakota than the national average?
No: $72,580 against $98,070 nationally, 26% less.
Where does South Dakota rank for political science teacher pay?
South Dakota ranks 42 of 45 states.
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.