Technology New Mexico (NM) Rank #29 of 50

Data Scientist Salary in New Mexico

The median data scientist salary in New Mexico is $100,459 per year, which is 7% below the national median of $108,020.

Median Salary

$100,459

vs National

$-7,561

State Rank

#29 of 50

Cost of Living

93%

Data Scientist Salary in New Mexico by Experience

In New Mexico, an entry-level data scientist earns around $66,960, while experienced professionals earn up to $153,450 per year. The cost of living index in New Mexico is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$66,960

$-5,040 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$104,160

$-7,840 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$153,450

$-11,550 vs national

Salary Percentiles in New Mexico

Percentile	NM Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$57,102	$61,400	$-4,298
25th Percentile	$78,306	$84,200	$-5,894
Median (50th)	$100,459	$108,020	$-7,561
75th Percentile	$131,130	$141,000	$-9,870
90th Percentile	$165,726	$178,200	$-12,474

Data Scientist Salary by City in New Mexico

The largest employment areas for data scientists in New Mexico include Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Rio Rancho, and Santa Fe. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Albuquerque, NM

$102,619

Pop. 564,559 · COL 95%

Las Cruces, NM

$95,058

Pop. 111,385 · COL 88%

Rio Rancho, NM

$99,378

Pop. 104,046 · COL 92%

Santa Fe, NM

$118,822

Pop. 87,505 · COL 110%

Roswell, NM

$88,576

Pop. 48,422 · COL 82%

How to Become a Data Scientist in New Mexico

Education

Most data scientist positions require a bachelor's degree. New Mexico has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

PythonRSQLMachine LearningStatisticsData Visualization

Job Outlook in New Mexico

Nationally, data scientist employment is projected to grow 35% over the next decade (much faster than average). New Mexico's demand may vary based on local industry trends.