Political Scientists in District of Columbia
2024 Salary & Job Market Data
Quick Snapshot
| Metric | District of Columbia | National | Insight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Salary | $153,320 | $139,380 | +10.0% vs US |
| State Rank | #2 of 16 states | Top 10 state | |
| Employment | 3,250 jobs | 5,950 jobs | 54.6% of US jobs |
| Job Concentration (LQ) | — | 1.00 | Average |
Full Salary Distribution in District of Columbia
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile | $110,590 | $53.17 |
| 25th Percentile | $125,820 | $60.49 |
| Median | $153,320 | $73.71 |
| 75th Percentile | $181,210 | $87.12 |
| 90th Percentile | $191,880 | $92.25 |
