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Chemist Salary in Roswell, New Mexico

The median chemist salary in Roswell, NM is $67,888 per year, which is 18% below the national median and 11.8% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$67,888
vs State Avg
$-9,107
vs National
$-14,902
Cost of Living
82%

Chemist Salary in Roswell by Experience

In Roswell, an entry-level chemist earns around $41,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $110,700 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$41,000
$-9,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$68,880
$-15,120 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$110,700
$-24,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Roswell, NM

Percentile Roswell
10th Percentile $39,360
25th Percentile $50,840
Median (50th) $67,888
75th Percentile $89,380
90th Percentile $116,440

Chemist Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$91,069
Pop. 87,505
Albuquerque, NM
$78,651
Pop. 564,559
Rio Rancho, NM
$76,167
Pop. 104,046
Las Cruces, NM
$72,855
Pop. 111,385

How to Become a Chemist in Roswell

Education

Most chemist positions require a bachelor's degree. Roswell and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Analytical ChemistryLab TechniquesSpectroscopyHPLCQuality ControlResearch Methods

Job Outlook

Nationally, chemist employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Roswell may vary based on local industry and population growth.