How much does a political scientist make in New Hampshire?
$74,560a year
Median yearly pay for political scientists in New Hampshire. That is $35.85 an hour or $6,213 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.85
- Vs. national median
- -48%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 13
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,960Median: $74,560Highest 10%: $174,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,960 | $16.81 | |
| 25th | $51,370 | $24.70 | |
| Median | $74,560 | $35.85 | |
| 75th | $159,700 | $76.79 | |
| 90th | $174,700 | $83.98 |
Cities in New Hampshire
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $133,900 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political scientists.
| 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 New Hampshire?
The median hourly pay in New Hampshire is $35.85 ($74,560 a year).
Do political scientists make more in New Hampshire than the national average?
No: $74,560 against $142,100 nationally, 48% less.
Where does New Hampshire rank for political scientist pay?
New Hampshire ranks 13 of 13 states.
Which city in New Hampshire pays political scientists the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $133,900 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.