Political Scientists Salary by City (2024)
10 metro areas · National average: $112,296 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2024
The table below shows Political Scientists salaries across 10 U.S. metropolitan areas, sorted from highest to lowest. Click any city to see the full wage breakdown.
| Metro Area | Mean Annual |
|---|---|
| Washington, DC | $153,650 |
| Seattle, WA | $129,840 |
| Boston, MA | $125,710 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $123,320 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | $117,700 |
| Phoenix, AZ | $106,920 |
| Chicago, IL | $101,230 |
| Miami, FL | $92,230 |
| Manchester, NH | $90,520 |
| Atlanta, GA | $81,840 |