$118,000Average
$147,50075th percentile
$180,500
Political Scientist is a professional role in the Life, Physical, and Social Science job family, focused on Political Scientist work. Pay for this title reflects both its level and its scope; see our Title Level and Organization Responsibility guides for how WePayFairly defines them.
Political Scientist pays 48% above the average across 48 roles in the Life, Physical, and Social Science job family (family average $100,000).
How much does a Political Scientist make?
The average base salary for a Political Scientist in the United States is $147,500 per year, or about $70.91 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $118,000 and $180,500 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Life, Physical, and Social Science roles?
The Life, Physical, and Social Science job family averages $100,000 across 48 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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