What are the main factors that influence an Astronomer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for an Astronomer?

Astronomer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Astronomer roles are District of Columbia $143,302, California $142,758, Massachusetts $140,855. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Astronomer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Astronomer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Astronomer in Delaware is $131,071 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

However, an Astronomer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $169,604
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $128,988 to $151,240
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $127,092

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Astronomer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,240	$12,603	$2,908	$73
Average	$131,071	$10,923	$2,521	$63
25th Percentile	$128,988	$10,749	$2,481	$62

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Key Factors That Influence Astronomer Salaries

An Astronomer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Astronomer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Astronomers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $143,302.
California: $142,758.
Massachusetts: $140,855.

District of Columbia $143,302 California $142,758 Massachusetts $140,855 Washington $140,338 New Jersey $140,286 Alaska $140,105 Connecticut $138,319 New York $137,594

Hawaii $135,277 Rhode Island $134,190 Maryland $133,452 Minnesota $132,443 Colorado $132,054 Illinois $131,925 Oregon $131,433 Delaware $131,071

New Hampshire $130,843 Virginia $130,333 Pennsylvania $128,845 Nevada $128,094 North Dakota $127,848 Michigan $127,460 Wisconsin $127,317 Vermont $127,033

Texas $126,243 Maine $126,191 Arizona $126,114 Ohio $126,023 Georgia $124,832 Indiana $124,237 Wyoming $124,121 Utah $123,939

Iowa $123,862 Kansas $123,240 Louisiana $123,059 North Carolina $122,995 Missouri $122,969 Florida $122,464 Montana $122,192 Nebraska $121,933

Kentucky $121,791 South Carolina $121,273 Tennessee $120,950 Idaho $120,820 New Mexico $119,875 Oklahoma $119,668 Alabama $118,905 South Dakota $117,623

Arkansas $116,924 West Virginia $116,549 Mississippi $115,423

Top Paying Cities for Astronomers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $135,652
Little Creek: $134,397
Magnolia: $134,954

Lincoln, DE $135,652 Little Creek, DE $134,397 Magnolia, DE $134,954 Milford, DE $135,652 Marydel, DE $133,892 Millsboro, DE $135,652 Millville, DE $136,558 Milton, DE $135,652

Nassau, DE $135,652 Ocean View, DE $136,558 Rehoboth Beach, DE $136,558 Seaford, DE $134,229 Selbyville, DE $136,558 Smyrna, DE $133,737 Viola, DE $134,954 Woodside, DE $134,565

Bear, DE $132,753 Newark, DE $132,805 Claymont, DE $132,909 Delaware City, DE $132,805 Hockessin, DE $132,909 Kirkwood, DE $132,805 Middletown, DE $133,465 Montchanin, DE $132,909

New Castle, DE $132,909 Odessa, DE $133,646 Port Penn, DE $132,443 Rockland, DE $132,909 Saint Georges, DE $132,805 Townsend, DE $133,452 Winterthur, DE $132,909 Lewes, DE $135,652

Wilmington, DE $132,909 Dover, DE $134,332 Dover Afb, DE $134,643 Bethany Beach, DE $136,558 Bethel, DE $134,229 Bridgeville, DE $135,652 Camden Wyoming, DE $134,475 Cheswold, DE $134,022

Clayton, DE $133,685 Dagsboro, DE $136,558 Delmar, DE $134,229 Ellendale, DE $135,652 Felton, DE $135,652 Fenwick Island, DE $136,558 Frankford, DE $136,558 Frederica, DE $135,652

Georgetown, DE $135,652 Greenwood, DE $135,652 Harbeson, DE $135,652 Harrington, DE $135,652 Hartly, DE $133,620 Houston, DE $135,652 Kenton, DE $133,685 Laurel, DE $134,229

Yorklyn, DE $132,909

Astronomer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Astronomer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$128,988

Average $131,071/year

$151,240

$10,749

Average $10,923/month

$12,603

$2,481

Average $2,521/week

$2,908

$62

Average $63/hour

$73

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,240	$12,603	$2,908	$73
Average	$131,071	$10,923	$2,521	$63
25th Percentile	$128,988	$10,749	$2,481	$62

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