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Political Scientists Salary in Ohio

Political Scientists in Ohio earn a median of $119,370 a year, −16% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$119,370
vs. U.S. median
−16% ($142,080)
Rank among states
8 of 13
Jobs in the state
40

Pay range in Ohio

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $63,590; the top 10% earn over $142,080. Nationally the range is $83,350 to $195,190.

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Political Scientists pay in Ohio

How much do political scientists make in Ohio?

The median is $119,370 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $63,590 and the top 10% earn over $142,080. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is Ohio a good state for political scientists?

On pay alone it ranks 8 of 13 (−16% vs. the national median of $142,080). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses