Healthcare Albuquerque, NM Pop. 564,559

Dermatologist Salary in Albuquerque, New Mexico

The median dermatologist salary in Albuquerque, NM is $325,500 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 2.2% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$325,500
vs State Avg
+$7,000
vs National
$-24,500
Cost of Living
95%

Dermatologist Salary in Albuquerque by Experience

In Albuquerque, an entry-level dermatologist earns around $158,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $446,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$158,100
$-11,900 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$330,150
$-24,850 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$446,400
$-33,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Albuquerque, NM

Percentile Albuquerque
10th Percentile $153,450
25th Percentile $232,500
Median (50th) $325,500
75th Percentile $390,600
90th Percentile $465,000

Dermatologist Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$378,000
Pop. 87,505
Rio Rancho, NM
$315,000
Pop. 104,046
Las Cruces, NM
$301,000
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$280,000
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Dermatologist in Albuquerque

Education

Most dermatologist positions require a doctoral degree. Albuquerque and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

DermatologySkin BiopsyCosmetic ProceduresPathologyPatient EducationDiagnosis

Job Outlook

Nationally, dermatologist employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Albuquerque may vary based on local industry and population growth.