Astronomers Salary in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV

Median Salary

$156,750

per year

Hourly Rate

$75.36

per hour

Employment

520

in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV

vs. National Avg

+21.7%

National: $128,820

📊 Compared to the national median of $128,820, Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV pays 21.7% MORE for Astronomers positions.

Purchasing Power

$138,963

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

112.8

13% above national avg

Rent/Income

15%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV

10th

$105,870

25th

$128,610

Median

$156,750

75th

$189,950

90th

$195,190

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).