Political Scientists Salary in California
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2024
Median in California
$130,630
National Median
$139,380
Employment
50
Entry Level (10th)
$75,180
Top Earners (90th)
$191,880
How California Compares
California pays $8,750 less than the national median for political scientistss.
There are 0.003 political scientists jobs per 1,000 workers in California (location quotient: 0.07).
Other States for Political Scientists
| State | Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $163,950 | 660 |
| District of Columbia | $153,320 | 3,250 |
| Maryland | $148,680 | 130 |
| Washington | $140,970 | 140 |
| Pennsylvania | $132,640 | 90 |
| Massachusetts | $130,580 | N/A |
| Michigan | $125,750 | 120 |
| Texas | $111,720 | 170 |
| Arizona | $104,100 | 40 |
| Ohio | $99,130 | 50 |
| Illinois | $98,300 | 110 |
| Georgia | $80,000 | 30 |
| New Jersey | $74,760 | 70 |
| New York | $74,080 | 210 |
| New Hampshire | $63,500 | N/A |