How much does a political science teacher make in Washington?
$101,100a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in Washington. That is $48.63 an hour or $8,428 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.63
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,190Median: $101,100Highest 10%: $133,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,190 | $26.53 | |
| 25th | $77,810 | $37.41 | |
| Median | $101,100 | $48.63 | |
| 75th | $107,200 | $51.52 | |
| 90th | $133,900 | $64.39 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $107,200 |
| Portland, OR | $82,480 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political science teachers.
| 9. District of Columbia | $102,300 |
| 10. Virginia | $101,400 |
| 11. Rhode Island | $101,300 |
| 12. Washington | $101,100 |
| 13. Illinois | $100,700 |
| 14. New Jersey | $100,300 |
| 15. Connecticut | $100,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $48.63 ($101,100 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $101,100 against $98,070 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Washington rank for political science teacher pay?
Washington ranks 12 of 45 states.
Which city in Washington pays political science teachers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $107,200 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.