How much does a political science teacher make in Tennessee?
$81,330a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in Tennessee. That is $39.10 an hour or $6,778 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.10
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,040Median: $81,330Highest 10%: $151,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,040 | $28.87 | |
| 25th | $63,420 | $30.49 | |
| Median | $81,330 | $39.10 | |
| 75th | $119,100 | $57.25 | |
| 90th | $151,800 | $72.96 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political science teachers.
| 26. Indiana | $83,770 |
| 27. Oregon | $83,580 |
| 28. Wisconsin | $83,190 |
| 29. Tennessee | $81,330 |
| 30. New Mexico | $80,640 |
| 31. Utah | $80,610 |
| 32. Iowa | $80,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $39.10 ($81,330 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $81,330 against $98,070 nationally, 17% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for political science teacher pay?
Tennessee ranks 29 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.