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Esthetician Salary in Santa Fe, New Mexico

The median esthetician salary in Santa Fe, NM is $42,020 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median and 18.3% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$42,020
vs State Avg
+$6,494
vs National
+$3,820
Cost of Living
110%

Esthetician Salary in Santa Fe by Experience

In Santa Fe, an entry-level esthetician earns around $28,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $68,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$28,600
+$2,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$42,900
+$3,900 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$68,200
+$6,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Santa Fe, NM

Percentile Santa Fe
10th Percentile $26,400
25th Percentile $33,000
Median (50th) $42,020
75th Percentile $57,200
90th Percentile $71,500

Esthetician Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Albuquerque, NM
$36,290
Pop. 564,559
Rio Rancho, NM
$35,144
Pop. 104,046
Las Cruces, NM
$33,616
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$31,324
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Esthetician in Santa Fe

Education

Most esthetician positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Santa Fe and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

SkincareFacial TreatmentsProduct KnowledgeClient ConsultationSanitationAnatomy

Job Outlook

Nationally, esthetician employment is projected to grow 17% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Santa Fe may vary based on local industry and population growth.