Where Astronomers Pays Above the National Average
$132,170
National Median Salary
3
States Pay Above Average
2
Industries Pay Above Average
States Where Astronomers Earns a Premium
These 3 states pay Astronomerss above the national median of $132,170.
| Rank | State | Annual Median | Pay Premium | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Massachusetts | $189,430 | +43.3% | 70 |
| 2 | Maryland | $157,980 | +19.5% | 570 |
| 3 | California | $142,060 | +7.5% | 170 |
Industries Where Astronomers Earns a Premium
These 2 industries pay Astronomerss above the national median.
| Rank | Industry | Annual Median | Pay Premium | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Federal Executive Branch (OEWS Designation) | $174,370 | +31.9% | 490 |
| 2 | Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) | $171,910 | +30.1% | 500 |