DOL Median (Arkansas)
$64,000
vs National
-8.6%
National: $70,000BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$71,910
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$64,000
-8.6% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$70,000
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Astronomers in Arkansas earns $64,000 in nominal terms, which is 8.6% below the national average of $70,000. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 89.0 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $71,910 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Arkansas
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Association of Universities For Research In Astronomy | $84,935 | 40 |
| Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory | $82,721 | 21 |
| Arizona State University | $62,500 | 14 |
| The University of Arizona | $60,000 | 26 |
| Lowell Observatory | $55,744 | 4 |
| University of Arkansas | $55,000 | 3 |
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How much does a Astronomers make in Arkansas?
The median Astronomers salary in Arkansas is $64,000 based on 16 DOL filings.
Is Arkansas a good place to work as a Astronomers?
A Astronomers in Arkansas earns 8.6% less than the national median of $70,000, or $71,910 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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