The average salary for an astronomer in Texas is around $105,110 per year.
Avg Salary
Astronomers earn an average yearly salary of $105,110.
Wages typically start from $39,800 and go up to $172,490.
52% above national average Updated in 2021
Astronomer earnings by seniority
90th percentile
Top-level astronomer earnings begin at:
$82.93 per hour
$172,490 per year
75th percentile
Senior-level astronomer earnings begin at:
$64.51 per hour
$134,180 per year
50th percentile
Mid-level astronomer earnings begin at:
$50.53 per hour
$105,110 per year
25th percentile
Junior-level astronomer earnings begin at:
$31.05 per hour
$64,580 per year
10th percentile
Starting level astronomer earnings begin at:
$19.13 per hour
$39,800 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 18% more than similar careers in Texas.
| Career | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Statistician salary | $81K |
| Atmospheric scientist salary | $79K |
| Chemist salary | $77K |
| Climate change analyst salary | $77K |
Source: CareerExplorer (Aggregated)