DOL Median (Seattle, WA)
$65,974
vs National
-5.8%
National: $70,000BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$57,569
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$65,974
-5.8% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$70,000
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Astronomers in Seattle, WA earns $65,974 in nominal terms, which is 5.8% below the national average of $70,000. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 114.6 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $57,569 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Seattle, WA
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| University of Washington | $65,974 | 8 |
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How much does a Astronomers make in Seattle, WA?
The median Astronomers salary in Seattle, WA is $65,974 based on 8 DOL filings.
Is Seattle, WA a good place to work as a Astronomers?
A Astronomers in Seattle, WA earns 5.8% less than the national median of $70,000, or $57,569 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.