Net Loss Per Share (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2012
Numerator:
Net loss attributable to Astrotech, basic	$ (185)	$ (2,713)
Net loss attributable to Astrotech, diluted	$ (185)	$ (2,713)
Denominator:
Denominator for basic net loss per share, weighted average common stock outstanding	19,328,000	18,544,000
Dilutive common stock equivalents, common stock options and share-based awards	0	0
Denominator for diluted net loss per share weighted average common stock outstanding and dilutive common stock equivalents	19,328,000	18,544,000
Basic net loss per share	$ (0.01)	$ (0.15)
Diluted net loss per share	$ (0.01)	$ (0.15)