Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary pay in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the median pay for political science teachers, postsecondary is $97,230 a year. About 660 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($98,070). Pennsylvania ranks 17th of 45 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for political science teachers, postsecondary in Pennsylvania
| Earns more than | Yearly |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $61,350 |
| 25% of workers | $75,590 |
| Half of workers (median) | $97,230 |
| 75% of workers | $121,780 |
| 90% of workers | $152,080 |
Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary pay in Pennsylvania metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Harrisburg-Carlisle | $105,200 | 40 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $104,120 | 310 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton | $101,070 | 40 |
| Pittsburgh | $95,210 | 170 |
Pennsylvania unemployment rate: 3.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for political science teachers, postsecondary
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +2.5% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 1,500 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Pennsylvania
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $74,910 |
| Communications Teachers, Postsecondary | $77,790 |
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary | $76,600 |
| History Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,850 |
| Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary | $94,710 |
| Law Teachers, Postsecondary | $121,310 |
| Economics Teachers, Postsecondary | $117,970 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $107,920 |
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