How much does a political scientist make in Arizona?
$108,800a year
Median yearly pay for political scientists in Arizona. That is $52.29 an hour or $9,064 a month.
- Hourly
- $52.29
- Vs. national median
- -23%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 13
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $71,800Median: $108,800Highest 10%: $163,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $71,800 | $34.52 | |
| 25th | $81,200 | $39.04 | |
| Median | $108,800 | $52.29 | |
| 75th | $159,100 | $76.50 | |
| 90th | $163,400 | $78.57 |
Cities in Arizona
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Phoenix, AZ | $114,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political scientists.
| 7. Oregon | $119,500 |
| 8. Ohio | $119,400 |
| 9. Texas | $114,100 |
| 10. Arizona | $108,800 |
| 11. Illinois | $103,800 |
| 12. Michigan | $86,290 |
| 13. New Hampshire | $74,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political scientist make an hour in Arizona?
The median hourly pay in Arizona is $52.29 ($108,800 a year).
Do political scientists make more in Arizona than the national average?
No: $108,800 against $142,100 nationally, 23% less.
Where does Arizona rank for political scientist pay?
Arizona ranks 10 of 13 states.
Which city in Arizona pays political scientists the most?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ, with a median of $114,300 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.