Political Science Teachers Salary in Wisconsin
Political Science Teachers in Wisconsin earn a median of $83,190 a year, −15% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $83,190
- vs. U.S. median
- −15% ($98,070)
- Rank among states
- 28 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range in Wisconsin
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,310; the top 10% earn over $187,820. Nationally the range is $56,450 to $174,660.
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- Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary$79,140 median in Wisconsin
- Communications Teachers, Postsecondary$78,780 median in Wisconsin
Political Science Teachers pay in Wisconsin
How much do political science teachers make in Wisconsin?
The median is $83,190 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,310 and the top 10% earn over $187,820. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Wisconsin a good state for political science teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 28 of 45 (−15% vs. the national median of $98,070). Living costs are not included.