DOL Median (Michigan)
$67,910
vs National
-3%
National: $70,000BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$74,956
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$67,910
-3% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$70,000
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Astronomers in Michigan earns $67,910 in nominal terms, which is 3% below the national average of $70,000. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 90.6 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $74,956 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Michigan
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | $70,250 | 17 |
| Michigan State University | $63,000 | 2 |
| Western Michigan University | $57,013 | 2 |
| University of Minnesota | $54,954 | 1 |
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How much does a Astronomers make in Michigan?
The median Astronomers salary in Michigan is $67,910 based on 16 DOL filings.
Is Michigan a good place to work as a Astronomers?
A Astronomers in Michigan earns 3% less than the national median of $70,000, or $74,956 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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Source: US Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) public disclosure files (PERM Form ETA-9089 and LCA Form ETA-9035), and US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). Salary figures represent employer filings and government survey estimates, not individual worker pay.