How much does a political science teacher make in Virginia?
$101,400a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in Virginia. That is $48.76 an hour or $8,453 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.76
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 830
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,600Median: $101,400Highest 10%: $176,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,600 | $28.65 | |
| 25th | $76,320 | $36.69 | |
| Median | $101,400 | $48.76 | |
| 75th | $135,100 | $64.97 | |
| 90th | $176,700 | $84.93 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $102,300 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $99,380 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $97,370 |
| Richmond, VA | $92,410 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political science teachers.
| 7. Maryland | $105,600 |
| 8. New York | $104,100 |
| 9. District of Columbia | $102,300 |
| 10. Virginia | $101,400 |
| 11. Rhode Island | $101,300 |
| 12. Washington | $101,100 |
| 13. Illinois | $100,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $48.76 ($101,400 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $101,400 against $98,070 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Virginia rank for political science teacher pay?
Virginia ranks 10 of 45 states.
Which city in Virginia pays political science teachers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $102,300 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.