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Chemist Salary in Santa Fe, New Mexico

The median chemist salary in Santa Fe, NM is $91,069 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median and 18.3% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$91,069
vs State Avg
+$14,074
vs National
+$8,279
Cost of Living
110%

Chemist Salary in Santa Fe by Experience

In Santa Fe, an entry-level chemist earns around $55,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $148,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$55,000
+$5,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$92,400
+$8,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$148,500
+$13,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Santa Fe, NM

Percentile Santa Fe
10th Percentile $52,800
25th Percentile $68,200
Median (50th) $91,069
75th Percentile $119,900
90th Percentile $156,200

Chemist Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Albuquerque, NM
$78,651
Pop. 564,559
Rio Rancho, NM
$76,167
Pop. 104,046
Las Cruces, NM
$72,855
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$67,888
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Chemist in Santa Fe

Education

Most chemist positions require a bachelor's degree. Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe may vary based on local industry and population growth.