Political Scientists Salary in Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH

Median Salary

$133,930

per year

Hourly Rate

$64.39

per hour

Employment

190

in Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH

vs. National Avg

-5.7%

National: $142,080

📊 Compared to the national median of $142,080, Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH pays 5.7% LESS for Political Scientists positions.

Purchasing Power

$118,000

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

113.5

14% above national avg

Rent/Income

23%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH

10th

$72,700

25th

$88,450

Median

$133,930

75th

$170,110

90th

$217,810

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).