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How much does an astronomer make in Arizona?

$129,000a year

Median yearly pay for astronomers in Arizona. That is $62.03 an hour or $10,750 a month.

Hourly
$62.03
Vs. national median
+0%
Rank among states
2 of 5
Jobs in the state
100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $75,600Median: $129,000Highest 10%: $177,000
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$75,600$36.35
25th$98,430$47.32
Median$129,000$62.03
75th$163,000$78.38
90th$177,000$85.11

Cities in Arizona

Metro areas, median yearly pay.

No city data for this job.
Salaries for every job in Arizona

Nearby in the ranking

States with similar pay for astronomers.

1. Maryland$132,600
2. Arizona$129,000
3. Virginia$128,900
4. California$123,500
5. Hawaii$102,000
Astronomer salary in all states

Frequently asked questions

How much does an astronomer make an hour in Arizona?

The median hourly pay in Arizona is $62.03 ($129,000 a year).

Do astronomers make more in Arizona than the national average?

Yes: $129,000 against $128,800 nationally, 0% more.

Where does Arizona rank for astronomer pay?

Arizona ranks 2 of 5 states.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.