Political Science Teachers Salary in Washington
Political Science Teachers in Washington earn a median of $101,140 a year, +3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $101,140
- vs. U.S. median
- +3% ($98,070)
- Rank among states
- 12 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 450
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,190; the top 10% earn over $133,930. Nationally the range is $56,450 to $174,660.
States ranked near Washington
Similar jobs in Washington
- History Teachers, Postsecondary$83,250 median in Washington
- Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary$83,140 median in Washington
- Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary$81,410 median in Washington
- Law Teachers, Postsecondary$125,210 median in Washington
- Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary$81,240 median in Washington
- Communications Teachers, Postsecondary$75,330 median in Washington
Political Science Teachers pay in Washington
How much do political science teachers make in Washington?
The median is $101,140 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,190 and the top 10% earn over $133,930. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for political science teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 12 of 45 (+3% vs. the national median of $98,070). Living costs are not included.