Healthcare Las Cruces, NM Pop. 111,385

Dermatologist Salary in Las Cruces, New Mexico

The median dermatologist salary in Las Cruces, NM is $301,000 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 5.5% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$301,000
vs State Avg
$-17,500
vs National
$-49,000
Cost of Living
88%

Dermatologist Salary in Las Cruces by Experience

In Las Cruces, an entry-level dermatologist earns around $146,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $412,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$146,200
$-23,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$305,300
$-49,700 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$412,800
$-67,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Las Cruces, NM

Percentile Las Cruces
10th Percentile $141,900
25th Percentile $215,000
Median (50th) $301,000
75th Percentile $361,200
90th Percentile $430,000

Dermatologist Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$378,000
Pop. 87,505
Albuquerque, NM
$325,500
Pop. 564,559
Rio Rancho, NM
$315,000
Pop. 104,046
Roswell, NM
$280,000
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Dermatologist in Las Cruces

Education

Most dermatologist positions require a doctoral degree. Las Cruces 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 Las Cruces may vary based on local industry and population growth.