How much does an Astrophysicist make? The average Astrophysicist salary is $88,879 as of November 25, 2020, but the salary range typically falls between $75,424 and $104,419. 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.
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What does an Astrophysicist do?
Astrophysicist
Communicates results to general audiences by education and public outreach activities.
May 14, 2020
Support, as required, the development of proposals for research funding.
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Develops new areas of astrophysics that may be explored with new missions, including interdisciplinary research.
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Assist in the development of software and procedures of the reduction, analysis and interpretation of data as needed.
August 02, 2020
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
August 15, 2020
Develops data analysis tools and computational methods for extracting science from space missions.
August 17, 2020
Communicates results to scientific audiences by peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and scientific collaborations.
October 09, 2020
Astrophysicist Salary in Major Cities
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Astrophysicist Salary by City
Click to see the salary for Astrophysicist in these major U.S. cities.
| City Name | Average Salary |
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| San Francisco, CA | $111,099 |
| Washington, DC | $98,941 |
| Miami, FL | $86,525 |
| Chicago, IL | $94,291 |
| Boston, MA | $100,141 |
| New York, NY | $106,922 |
| Dallas, TX | $88,302 |
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Average Salary Range for Astrophysicist
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What is the average salary for Astrophysicist in 2020?
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 $75,424 to $104,419 with the average base salary of $88,879. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $78,767 to $115,437 with the average total cash compensation of $94,526.
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| Average Salary | Average Salary Range | |
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| Base Salary | $88,879 | $75,424 - $104,419 |
| Bonus | $5,646 | $3,343 - $11,018 |
| Total Pay | $94,526 | $78,767 - $115,437 |
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
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Comments about Astrophysicist
I am an Astrophysicist, which location’s salary is higher, Springfield, MO or Fremont, NE?
Springfield, MO typically sees higher pay than Fremont, NE for Astrophysicist. an Astrophysicist Salary in Springfield, MO is $83,973 as of November 25, 2020; an Astrophysicist Salary in Fremont, NE is $82,778 as of November 25, 2020. ( 2020-11-25 salary.com )
Astrophysicist Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the salary of an Astrophysicist vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2020-11-25 salary.com )
What are the Pay Factors for Astrophysicist?
Salary ranges for an Astrophysicist can vary widely, depending on the city and several other pay factors, including (but not limited to) education level, certifications, additional skills, and work experience. Click here to view Eight Factors That Can Affect Your Pay ( 2020-11-25 salary.com )
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Last Update: November 25, 2020