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Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary average salary by city in Virginia
- Harrisonburg$106,950
- Richmond$105,960
- Virginia Beach$102,710
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrisonburg | $106,950 | $97,370 | $78,130 | $78,734 | 95 |
| Richmond | $105,960 | $92,410 | $66,570 | $78,094 | 98 |
| Virginia Beach | $102,710 | $99,380 | $63,030 | $75,995 | 98 |
*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 Virginia
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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