Political Scientists Salary in District of Columbia

Median Salary

$152,530

per year

Hourly Rate

$73.33

per hour

Employment

3,070

in District of Columbia

vs. National Avg

+7.4%

National: $142,080

📊 Compared to the national median of $142,080, District of Columbia pays 7.4% MORE for Political Scientists positions.

Purchasing Power

$133,447

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

114.3

14% above national avg

Rent/Income

17%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in District of Columbia

10th

$114,920

25th

$128,610

Median

$152,530

75th

$180,480

90th

$195,190

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