The average salary for a political scientist in Virginia is around $141,340 per year.
Avg Salary
Political scientists earn an average yearly salary of $141,340.
Wages typically start from $58,120 and go up to $166,750.
79% above national average Updated in 2018
Political scientist earnings by seniority
Approximate values based on highest and lowest earning segments.
Political scientist salary by state
| State Name | Average Salary |
|---|---|
| Arizona | $94,420 |
| California | $63,970 |
| District of Columbia | $123,130 |
| Florida | $88,470 |
| Georgia | $73,740 |
| Illinois | $64,423 |
| Massachusetts | $82,110 |
| Maryland | $129,870 |
| Maine | $67,760 |
| Michigan | $76,560 |
| New York | $124,620 |
| Ohio | $86,220 |
| Pennsylvania | $102,110 |
| Texas | $88,070 |
| Virginia | $141,340 |
| Washington | $76,660 |
How do political scientist salaries compare to similar careers?
Political scientists earn 14% more than similar careers in Virginia.
| Career | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Economist salary | $122K |
| Intelligence analyst salary | $94K |
Source: CareerExplorer (Aggregated)