How much does a political scientist make in Texas?
$114,100a year
Median yearly pay for political scientists in Texas. That is $54.83 an hour or $9,504 a month.
- Hourly
- $54.83
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 13
- Jobs in the state
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $87,530Median: $114,100Highest 10%: $139,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $87,530 | $42.08 | |
| 25th | $101,900 | $48.99 | |
| Median | $114,100 | $54.83 | |
| 75th | $128,300 | $61.69 | |
| 90th | $139,000 | $66.83 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political scientists.
| 6. Colorado | $127,300 |
| 7. Oregon | $119,500 |
| 8. Ohio | $119,400 |
| 9. Texas | $114,100 |
| 10. Arizona | $108,800 |
| 11. Illinois | $103,800 |
| 12. Michigan | $86,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political scientist make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $54.83 ($114,100 a year).
Do political scientists make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $114,100 against $142,100 nationally, 20% less.
Where does Texas rank for political scientist pay?
Texas ranks 9 of 13 states.
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.