The average salary for an astronomer in Colorado is around $128,160 per year.
Avg Salary
Astronomers earn an average yearly salary of $128,160.
Wages typically start from $62,690.
86% above national average Updated in 2021
Astronomer earnings by seniority
75th percentile
Senior-level astronomer earnings begin at:
$80.04 per hour
$166,490 per year
50th percentile
Mid-level astronomer earnings begin at:
$61.61 per hour
$128,160 per year
25th percentile
Junior-level astronomer earnings begin at:
$46.23 per hour
$96,160 per year
10th percentile
Starting level astronomer earnings begin at:
$30.14 per hour
$62,690 per year
Approximate values based on highest and lowest earning segments.
Astronomer salary by state
| State Name | Average Salary |
|---|---|
| New Mexico | $75,380 |
| Maryland | $132,620 |
| Arizona | $129,020 |
| Virginia | $128,930 |
| Colorado | $128,160 |
| District of Columbia | $126,060 |
| California | $123,540 |
| Massachusetts | $123,110 |
| Texas | $105,110 |
| Hawaii | $102,000 |
How do astronomer salaries compare to similar careers?
Astronomers earn 33% more than similar careers in Colorado.
| Career | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Materials scientist salary | $128K |
| Atmospheric scientist salary | $101K |
| Chemist salary | $91K |
| Statistician salary | $80K |
Source: CareerExplorer (Aggregated)