DOL Median (Indiana)
$113,316
vs National
+36.5%
National: $83,013BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$124,523
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$113,316
+36.5% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$83,013
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Political Scientists in Indiana earns $113,316 in nominal terms, which is 36.5% above the national average of $83,013. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 91.0 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $124,523 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Indiana
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Eli Lilly and Company | $113,316 | 1 |
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How much does a Political Scientists make in Indiana?
The median Political Scientists salary in Indiana is $113,316 based on 1 DOL filings.
Is Indiana a good place to work as a Political Scientists?
A Political Scientists in Indiana earns 36.5% more than the national median of $83,013, or $124,523 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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