Astronomers in Maryland
2024 Salary & Job Market Data
Quick Snapshot
| Metric | Maryland | National | Insight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Salary | $157,980 | $132,170 | +19.5% vs US |
| State Rank | #2 of 6 states | Top 10 state | |
| Employment | 570 jobs | 1,560 jobs | 36.5% of US jobs |
| Job Concentration (LQ) | — | 1.00 | Average |
Full Salary Distribution in Maryland
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile | $79,630 | $38.28 |
| 25th Percentile | $130,750 | $62.86 |
| Median | $157,980 | $75.95 |
| 75th Percentile | $185,810 | $89.33 |
| 90th Percentile | $191,880 | $92.25 |