The average salary for an astronomer in California is around $150,530 per year.
Avg Salary
Astronomers earn an average yearly salary of $150,530.
Wages typically start from $80,050.
126% above national average Updated in 2021
Astronomer earnings by seniority
Approximate values based on highest and lowest earning segments.
Astronomer salary by state
| State Name | Average Salary |
|---|---|
| New Mexico | $75,380 |
| Hawaii | $181,950 |
| California | $150,530 |
| Maryland | $134,760 |
| Colorado | $128,160 |
| District of Columbia | $126,060 |
| Massachusetts | $123,110 |
| Texas | $105,110 |
| Arizona | $103,850 |
How do astronomer salaries compare to similar careers?
Astronomers earn 20% more than similar careers in California. On average, they make less than animal scientists but more than biochemists.
| Career | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Animal scientist salary | $192K |
| Astronomer salary | $151K |
| Physicist salary | $165K |
| Atmospheric scientist salary | $115K |
| Nanotechnology engineer salary | $110K |
| Biochemist salary | $111K |
Source: CareerExplorer (Aggregated)