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Forester Salary in Santa Fe, New Mexico

The median forester salary in Santa Fe, NM is $70,169 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median and 18.3% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$70,169
vs State Avg
+$10,844
vs National
+$6,379
Cost of Living
110%

Forester Salary in Santa Fe by Experience

In Santa Fe, an entry-level forester earns around $48,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $104,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$48,400
+$4,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$71,500
+$6,500 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$104,500
+$9,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Santa Fe, NM

Percentile Santa Fe
10th Percentile $46,200
25th Percentile $56,100
Median (50th) $70,169
75th Percentile $90,200
90th Percentile $112,200

Forester Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Albuquerque, NM
$60,601
Pop. 564,559
Rio Rancho, NM
$58,687
Pop. 104,046
Las Cruces, NM
$56,135
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$52,308
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Forester in Santa Fe

Education

Most forester positions require a bachelor's degree. Santa Fe and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Forest ManagementGIS/GPSTimber CruisingEcologyFire ManagementEnvironmental Law

Job Outlook

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