Astronomer Salaries in Washington, DC

$112,997

avg per year

The average salary for Astronomer jobs near Washington, DC is $112,997.*

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• Education Program Specialist (Astronomy), IS-1720-09

  Smithsonian Institution

  Washington, DC

  Education Program Specialist (Astronomy), IS-1720-09 Application Deadline August 24, 2026 Department National Air and Space Museum Employment Type Full Time…

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  $70,623 - $80,041 a year

  12 days ago

• Radio Astronomer

  Computational Physics, Inc.

  Washington, DC

  CPI has served various U.S. Government agencies, universities, international science organizations, prime contractors, as well as commercial customers for 40…

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  $110,000 - $130,000 a year

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