BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Political Scientists in District of Columbia earn between $114,920 and $195,190, with a mean of $154,300. The national average for this role is $146,674.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $154,300 |
| National Average | $146,674 |
| Maryland | $148,440 |
| Washington | $143,510 |
| Massachusetts | $139,440 |
| Pennsylvania | $136,350 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. District of Columbia. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.