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Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary average salary by city in Massachusetts
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | $147,740 | $131,690 | $101,040 | $105,179 | 108 |
| Amherst | $112,620 | $104,970 | $83,350 | $82,747 | 100 |
| Worcester | $103,610 | $101,990 | $78,380 | $76,859 | 103 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave premiums are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary salary in other states
Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary salary by city and state
More about pay in Massachusetts
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 25-1065.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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