Industries with Fastest Political Scientists Salary Growth
These industries raised Political Scientists salaries the most from 2019 to 2024. Useful for deciding which industry to work in or switch to for better pay growth.
6
Industries with Growth
+22.1%
Highest Growth
+9.7%
Average Growth
2
Industries with Decline
Top 15 Industries for Salary Growth
Political Scientists salary increase from 2019 to 2024
All 6 Industries with Salary Growth
| Rank | Industry | 2019 Salary | 2024 Salary | $ Increase | % Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Social Advocacy Organizations | $79,190 | $96,700 | +$17,510 | +22.1% |
| 2 | Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations | $80,800 | $91,150 | +$10,350 | +12.8% |
| 3 | Scientific Research and Development Services | $119,970 | $132,460 | +$12,490 | +10.4% |
| 4 | Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities | $120,970 | $130,840 | +$9,870 | +8.2% |
| 5 | Educational Services | $79,640 | $81,620 | +$1,980 | +2.5% |
| 6 | Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools | $79,910 | $81,620 | +$1,710 | +2.1% |
2 Industries with Salary Decline
| Rank | Industry | 2019 Salary | 2024 Salary | $ Decrease | % Decline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations | $82,240 | $77,820 | -$4,420 | -5.4% |
| 2 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $133,200 | $130,580 | -$2,620 | -2.0% |
About This Data
Salary growth is calculated by comparing the median annual wage for Political Scientists in each industry between 2019 and 2024, using Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Growth percentage = (2024 median - 2019 median) / 2019 median × 100.