148 H-1B filings for Astronomers in FY2025. Average salary: $91k.
During the FY FY2025 cycle, employers filed 147 H-1B petitions for Astronomers roles, offering an average compensation of $91k. Leading sponsors include National Radio Astronomy Observatory (6%), Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (5%), University of Colorado (5%). Most positions are located in Maryland (14%), California (14%), Colorado (8%). 97% of these petitions were certified. Compensation ranged from $63k to $258k.
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $66k |
| 25th | $72k |
| 50th (Median) | $84k |
| 75th | $102k |
| 90th | $119k |
Based on 147 salary records. Range: $63k – $258k.
84% of filings offer salaries above the prevailing wage, with an average premium of 23.7%. The average prevailing wage is $74k (based on 147 filings).
Average processing time is 10 days (median: 7 days). Fastest: 2 days, slowest: 196 days. Based on 145 filings.
53% of filings are for new positions, while 31% are for continued employment (148 filings).
Average contract duration: 31 months (median: 36 months), based on 148 filings.
| Visa Class | Filings |
|---|---|
| H-1B | 146 |
| E-3 AUSTRALIAN | 2 |
| Education Level | Filings |
|---|---|
| Not Specified | 148 |
There were 148 H-1B Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) filed for Astronomers positions in FY2025.
The average H-1B salary for Astronomers in FY2025 was $91k.
Top employers sponsoring Astronomers H-1B positions in FY2025 include National Radio Astronomy Observatory, Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy, University of Colorado.