Agriculture & Environment Rio Rancho, NM Pop. 104,046

Park Ranger Salary in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

The median park ranger salary in Rio Rancho, NM is $39,100 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 1.1% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$39,100
vs State Avg
$-425
vs National
$-3,400
Cost of Living
92%

Park Ranger Salary in Rio Rancho by Experience

In Rio Rancho, an entry-level park ranger earns around $27,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $62,560 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$27,600
$-2,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$40,480
$-3,520 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$62,560
$-5,440 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rio Rancho, NM

Percentile Rio Rancho
10th Percentile $25,760
25th Percentile $31,280
Median (50th) $39,100
75th Percentile $53,360
90th Percentile $66,240

Park Ranger Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$46,750
Pop. 87,505
Albuquerque, NM
$40,375
Pop. 564,559
Las Cruces, NM
$37,400
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$34,850
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Park Ranger in Rio Rancho

Education

Most park ranger positions require a bachelor's degree. Rio Rancho and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

ConservationLaw EnforcementPublic EducationWildlife ManagementEmergency ResponseOutdoor Skills

Job Outlook

Nationally, park ranger employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Rio Rancho may vary based on local industry and population growth.