Political Scientists Salary in Atlanta, GA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA

Median annual salary $80,000 -42.6% vs national
Median hourly $38.46
10th percentile $51,210
90th percentile $112,000
Employed locally 30
National median $139,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,210
    25th
    $66,710
    50th (median)
    $80,000
    75th
    $95,000
    90th
    $112,000

    Atlanta economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $86,338 2023 • Census ACS
    Political Scientists salary vs area income 93% Median Political Scientists salary is 7% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Political Scientists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Virginia $163,950
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $153,340
    District of Columbia $153,320
    Maryland $148,680
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $140,970
    Washington $140,970

    Nearby metros — Political Scientists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Michigan $125,750

    Related occupations in Atlanta, GA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $81,030
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $93,980
    Biological Scientists, All Other $91,890
    Social Science Research Assistants $63,790
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $82,010
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $58,630

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Political Scientists make per hour in Atlanta?

    The median hourly wage for Political Scientists in Atlanta, GA is $38.46, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.85 or more per hour.

    Is Atlanta above or below average for Political Scientists salaries?

    The median Political Scientists salary in Atlanta, GA is 42.6% below the national median of $139,380. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Political Scientists in Atlanta?

    Entry-level Political Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $51,210 per year in Atlanta, GA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,710.