Political Scientists in Washington
2024 Salary & Job Market Data
Quick Snapshot
| Metric | Washington | National | Insight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Salary | $140,970 | $139,380 | +1.1% vs US |
| State Rank | #4 of 16 states | Top 10 state | |
| Employment | 140 jobs | 5,950 jobs | 2.4% of US jobs |
| Job Concentration (LQ) | — | 1.00 | Average |
Full Salary Distribution in Washington
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile | $75,350 | $36.23 |
| 25th Percentile | $89,060 | $42.82 |
| Median | $140,970 | $67.78 |
| 75th Percentile | $163,020 | $78.38 |
| 90th Percentile | $179,700 | $86.40 |