Astrophysicist Salary in the United States

How much does an Astrophysicist make in the United States? The average Astrophysicist salary in the United States is $86,933 as of October 30, 2019, but the salary range typically falls between $73,763 and $102,131. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.  View the Cost of Living in Major Cities

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Astrophysicist in the United States. The base salary for Astrophysicist ranges from $73,763 to $102,131 with the average base salary of $86,933. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $77,034 to $112,921 with the average total cash compensation of $92,458.

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