Astronomer Salary in the United States

Astronomer Salary

How much does an Astronomer make in the United States? The average Astronomer salary in the United States is $123,687 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $121,722 and $142,721. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Astronomer Salaries by Percentile

Percentile	Salary	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile Astronomer Salary	$119,932	US	March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Astronomer Salary	$121,722	US	March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Astronomer Salary	$123,687	US	March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Astronomer Salary	$142,721	US	March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Astronomer Salary	$160,050	US	March 26, 2024

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Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Initiative: Taking decisive action and initiating plans independently to address problems, improve professional life, and achieve goals.

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Physical Sciences: Explaining and studying nonliving systems and materials through empirical evidence to support technological and scientific advancements.

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Community Education: Refers to the various individuals, groups, businesses, and institutions that are invested in the welfare and vitality of a public school and its community.

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Initiative 9.78%

Physical Sciences 3.26%

Community Education 2.17%

Others 84.79%

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Job Description for Astronomer

Astronomer studies, researches, and analyzes celestial phenomena. Develops methodologies to solve problems in physics and mathematics. Being an Astronomer may require an advanced degree and at least 2-4 years of direct experience in the field. A Ph. Additionally, Astronomer d is required for research and development positions. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on limited experiences and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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What does an Astronomer do?

Astronomer in San Jose, CA

The following questions were answered by astronomer Dr.

December 02, 2019

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Ultimately, candidates who aspire to astronomer positions in research, whether at a college or university, a research and development laboratory or within the federal government, must earn a Ph.D.

November 15, 2019

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Many people do not realize that radio astronomers are responsible for many of those findings.

November 10, 2019

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Astronomer Pay Difference by Location

Astronomer salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Astronomer, the highest Astronomer salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Astronomer salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Astronomer salary is in Miami, FL, where the Astronomer salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State	Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA	Compared to national average + 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC	Compared to national average + 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL	Compared to national average -3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL	Compared to national average + 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA	Compared to national average + 12.1%
City, State New York, NY	Compared to national average + 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX	Compared to national average -1.3%

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Astronomer in the United States. The base salary for Astronomer ranges from $121,722 to $142,721 with the average base salary of $123,687. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $128,571 to $146,671 with the average total cash compensation of $130,388.

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