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Park Ranger Salary in Santa Fe, New Mexico

The median park ranger salary in Santa Fe, NM is $46,750 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median and 18.3% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$46,750
vs State Avg
+$7,225
vs National
+$4,250
Cost of Living
110%

Park Ranger Salary in Santa Fe by Experience

In Santa Fe, an entry-level park ranger earns around $33,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $74,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$33,000
+$3,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$48,400
+$4,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$74,800
+$6,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Santa Fe, NM

Percentile Santa Fe
10th Percentile $30,800
25th Percentile $37,400
Median (50th) $46,750
75th Percentile $63,800
90th Percentile $79,200

Park Ranger Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Albuquerque, NM
$40,375
Pop. 564,559
Rio Rancho, NM
$39,100
Pop. 104,046
Las Cruces, NM
$37,400
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$34,850
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Park Ranger in Santa Fe

Education

Most park ranger positions require a bachelor's degree. Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe may vary based on local industry and population growth.