BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Political Scientists in Washington earn between $81,310 and $214,960, with a mean of $143,510. The national average for this role is $146,674.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| Washington | $143,510 |
| National Average | $146,674 |
| District of Columbia | $154,300 |
| Maryland | $148,440 |
| Massachusetts | $139,440 |
| Pennsylvania | $136,350 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. Washington. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.