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Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary average salary by city in Ohio
- Columbus$90,220
- Cleveland$87,980
- Dayton$80,200
- Cincinnati$79,560
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $90,220 | $80,090 | $66,840 | $67,998 | 95 |
| Cleveland | $87,980 | $77,350 | $63,720 | $66,540 | 94 |
| Dayton | $80,200 | $76,560 | $46,030 | $61,475 | 93 |
| Cincinnati | $79,560 | $80,360 | $59,170 | $61,623 | 95 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; includes Columbus's local income tax (2.5%); the city income tax is that of the principal city (suburbs have their own rates) and school district income taxes are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary salary by city and state
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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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