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Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary average salary by city in Michigan
- Ann Arbor$166,230
- Grand Rapids$100,070
- Detroit$99,510
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ann Arbor | $166,230 | $137,430 | $109,350 | $118,066 | 101 |
| Grand Rapids | $100,070 | $107,060 | $63,810 | $73,809 | 96 |
| Detroit | $99,510 | $100,630 | $79,020 | $72,604 | 100 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. 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 Michigan
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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