How much does a political science teacher make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $49.19 an hour or $8,526 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.19
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 26 of 65
- Jobs in the area
- 1,480
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,270 | $30.42 | |
| 25th | $80,290 | $38.60 | |
| Median | $102,300 | $49.19 | |
| 75th | $131,500 | $63.21 | |
| 90th | $167,900 | $80.70 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for political science teachers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Economics Teacher | $155,100 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $135,700 |
| Law Teacher | $134,100 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teacher | $129,900 |
| Business Teacher | $128,400 |
| Engineering Teacher | $126,200 |
| Atmospheric | $108,200 |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teacher | $106,000 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $105,200 |
| Environmental Science Teacher | $104,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $49.19 ($102,300 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $102,300 against $98,070 nationally, 4% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $102,300, so Washington pays 0% more.
Where does Washington rank for political science teacher pay?
26 of 65 metro areas with data.
How much does a political science teacher make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $63,270 or less a year; the top 10% make $167,900 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.