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Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary average salary by city in Indiana
- Indianapolis$99,250
- South Bend$78,720
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis | $99,250 | $82,850 | $67,990 | $73,720 | 96 |
| South Bend | $78,720 | $65,660 | $61,680 | $60,518 | 93 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; includes Indianapolis's local income tax (2.02%). 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 Indiana
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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