Where Political Scientists Pays Above the National Average
$139,380
National Median Salary
4
States Pay Above Average
2
Industries Pay Above Average
States Where Political Scientists Earns a Premium
These 4 states pay Political Scientistss above the national median of $139,380.
| Rank | State | Annual Median | Pay Premium | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Virginia | $163,950 | +17.6% | 660 |
| 2 | District of Columbia | $153,320 | +10.0% | 3,250 |
| 3 | Maryland | $148,680 | +6.7% | 130 |
| 4 | Washington | $140,970 | +1.1% | 140 |
Industries Where Political Scientists Earns a Premium
These 2 industries pay Political Scientistss above the national median.
| Rank | Industry | Annual Median | Pay Premium | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Federal Executive Branch (OEWS Designation) | $151,630 | +8.8% | 4,040 |
| 2 | Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) | $146,620 | +5.2% | 4,380 |