H1B Visa Astronomers Salary

2026 H1B visa salary data and employment statistics (SOC 19-2011.00)

33
Total Filings
$89,100
Median Salary
$93,630
Average Salary

The occupation Astronomers had 33 H1B visa filings in 2026 with a median salary of $89,100/yr. Below is a detailed breakdown by employer, state, and wage level.

Top Employers Hiring Astronomers

Companies sponsoring the most H1B visa positions for Astronomers:

Employer Filings Avg Salary
University of Chicago 3 $92,698
New Mexico State University 3 $73,333
National Radio Astronomy Observatory 3 $101,131
AURA/SPACE TELESCOPE SCIENCE INSTITUTE 3 $144,333
University of Maryland College Park 2 $89,335
University of Colorado 2 $105,275
Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory 2 $92,022
Columbia University 2 $84,538
University of Washington 1 $106,260
University of California, Berkeley 1 $104,500
Universities Space Research Association 1 $84,646
UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE 1 $63,565
The University of Chicago 1 $85,000
TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA 1 $77,923
TRUSTEES OF BOSTON UNIVERSITY 1 $89,100

Salary by State

Astronomers H1B visa salaries vary by worksite location. Here is the breakdown across the top hiring states:

State Filings Median Salary Average Salary
MD 6 $96,980 $114,445
NM 5 $75,000 $80,006
IL 4 $85,000 $90,774
MA 3 $80,328 $86,348
CO 3 $102,550 $99,883
CA 3 $104,500 $109,781
NY 2 $94,076 $84,538
WA 1 $106,260 $106,260
VA 1 $123,365 $123,365
SC 1 $63,565 $63,565
PA 1 $77,923 $77,923
HI 1 $63,564 $63,564
DE 1 $63,565 $63,565
AL 1 $84,646 $84,646

Wage Level Distribution

H1B visa positions are classified by prevailing wage level. This shows how Astronomers positions are distributed across wage levels:

Wage Level Filings % of Total
Level I (Entry Level) 20 60.6%
Level II (Experienced) 8 24.2%
Level IV (Executive) 3 9.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the H1B visa salary for Astronomers?
The median H1B visa salary for Astronomers is $89,100 per year based on 33 approved filings in 2026.
How many H1B visas are sponsored for Astronomers?
33 H1B visa applications were approved for Astronomers positions in 2026.
Which companies hire Astronomers on H1B visas?
Major technology companies, financial institutions, and consulting firms frequently sponsor Astronomers positions. See the top employers list on this page for details.
What states hire the most for this occupation on H1B visas?
Technology hubs like California, Texas, and New York account for the majority of H1B visa positions. Specific state data is shown in the breakdown table above.
How much do I need to earn on an H1B visa?
You must be paid the prevailing wage for your occupation and location. H1B visa wages are determined by wage level classifications (I-IV), with Level IV representing the highest wage tier.
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