Astronomer Salary in Arizona (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Astronomers in Arizona, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Arizona Median
$129,020
per year
Hourly Rate
$62.03
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+0% vs US median
US median $128,820
State Rank
#2 of 5
100 employed here

How much does an Astronomer make in Arizona?

Astronomers in Arizona take home a median of $129,020 annually — roughly $62.03 an hour — which runs 0% above the national median of $128,820.

Within Arizona, entry-level pay starts around $75,600 while the top 10% make $177,020 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $98,430 and $163,020 a year.

Astronomer salary range in Arizona

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$75,600$36.35
25th percentile (early career)$98,430$47.32
50th percentile (median)$129,020$62.03
75th percentile (experienced)$163,020$78.38
90th percentile (top earners)$177,020$85.11

How Arizona compares

Arizona ranks 2nd out of 5 states and territories for Astronomer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Maryland$132,620
2Arizona$129,020
3Virginia$128,930
4California$123,540
5Hawaii$102,000

Working as an Astronomer in Arizona

Nationally, about 2,000 people work as Astronomers in the United States. A doctoral or professional degree (8 or more years of higher education) is required.

Considering a move? Compare Arizona pay ($129,020) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an Astronomer make in Arizona?
The median Astronomer salary in Arizona is $129,020 per year, or about $62.03 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $75,600 at the entry level to $177,020 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Arizona pay compare to the national average?
Arizona pays Astronomers about 0% more than the national median of $128,820. Arizona ranks 2nd out of 5 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Arizona a good state for Astronomers?
Yes on pay — Arizona pays above the national median for this occupation, at $129,020 a year. About 100 Astronomers are employed in Arizona. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Arizona?
The highest-paying occupations in Arizona include Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($558,970), Radiologist ($470,640), Surgeon, All Other ($415,980), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.