Astronomers & physicists are most often employed by the Scientific research & development services industry. The average yearly wage for Astronomers & physicists was $120,109 in 2021.
The locations that employ the most Astronomers & physicists are Livermore, Pleasanton & Dublin Cities PUMA, CA, North Central New Mexico PUMA, NM, and Pasadena City PUMA, CA. The locations with a relatively high concentration of Astronomers & physicists are North Central New Mexico PUMA, NM, Livermore, Pleasanton & Dublin Cities PUMA, CA, and Pasadena City PUMA, CA.