DOL Median (Montana)
$51,459
vs National
-26.5%
National: $70,000BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$50,009
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$51,459
-26.5% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$70,000
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Astronomers in Montana earns $51,459 in nominal terms, which is 26.5% below the national average of $70,000. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 102.9 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $50,009 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Montana
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Montana State University | $51,459 | 3 |
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How much does a Astronomers make in Montana?
The median Astronomers salary in Montana is $51,459 based on 3 DOL filings.
Is Montana a good place to work as a Astronomers?
A Astronomers in Montana earns 26.5% less than the national median of $70,000, or $50,009 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.