DOL Median (Oregon)
$49,491
vs National
-40.4%
National: $83,013BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$43,758
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$49,491
-40.4% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$83,013
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Political Scientists in Oregon earns $49,491 in nominal terms, which is 40.4% below the national average of $83,013. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 113.1 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $43,758 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Oregon
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Education Northwest | $49,491 | 4 |
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How much does a Political Scientists make in Oregon?
The median Political Scientists salary in Oregon is $49,491 based on 2 DOL filings.
Is Oregon a good place to work as a Political Scientists?
A Political Scientists in Oregon earns 40.4% less than the national median of $83,013, or $43,758 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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