The average salary for an astronomer in Massachusetts is around $123,110 per year.
Avg Salary
Astronomers earn an average yearly salary of $123,110.
Wages typically start from $66,070 and go up to $170,820.
62% above national average Updated in 2016
Astronomer earnings by seniority
90th percentile
Top-level astronomer earnings begin at:
$82.12 per hour
$170,820 per year
75th percentile
Senior-level astronomer earnings begin at:
$80.06 per hour
$166,520 per year
50th percentile
Mid-level astronomer earnings begin at:
$59.19 per hour
$123,110 per year
25th percentile
Junior-level astronomer earnings begin at:
$42.83 per hour
$89,080 per year
10th percentile
Starting level astronomer earnings begin at:
$31.76 per hour
$66,070 per year
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 37% more than similar careers in Massachusetts.
| Career | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Materials scientist salary | $106K |
| Chemist salary | $82K |
| Statistician salary | $78K |
| Climate change analyst salary | $74K |
Source: CareerExplorer (Aggregated)