Profession
Astronomers
Observe, research, and interpret astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge or apply such information to practical problems.
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Salary data
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🇺🇸 United States2025
19-2011SOC 2018 19-2011
GroupAll
Median128,820 USD
Average132,920 USD
Middle 50%99,920 USD - 166,000 USD
Decile range78,010 USD - 195,190 USD
Bottom decile78,010 USD
Top decile195,190 USD
🇺🇸 California2025
19-2011SOC 2018 19-2011
GroupAll
Median123,540 USD
Average128,340 USD
Middle 50%76,020 USD - 182,780 USD
Decile range76,020 USD - 195,190 USD
Bottom decile76,020 USD
Top decile195,190 USD
Sources
- BLS OEWS May 2025 National2025 - SOC 2018
- BLS OEWS May 2025 State2025 - SOC 2018
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