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Political Scientist Salary and Wage Information
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Percentile |
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10% (Low) |
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50% (Median) |
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90% (High) |
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Hourly Wage |
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$17.66 |
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$43.34 |
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$64.00 |
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Annual Wage |
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$36,700 |
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$90,100 |
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$133,100 |
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- "10% (Low)" indicates that 10% of workers earned less and 90% earned more.
- "50% (Median)" indicates that 50% of workers earned less and 50% earned more.
- "90% (High)" indicates that 90% of workers earned less and 10% earned more.
- "N/A" indicates that data is not available
* The annual salary and wage data presented above represents U.S. based workers with full-time employment and year-round schedules.
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Political Scientists Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. Research a wide range of subjects, such as relations between the United States and foreign countries, the beliefs and institutions of foreign nations, or the politics of small towns or a major metropolis. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decision making, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents.
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