Agriculture & Environment New Mexico (NM) Rank #28 of 50

Zoologist Salary in New Mexico

The median zoologist salary in New Mexico is $63,454 per year, which is 7% below the national median of $68,230.

Median Salary

$63,454

vs National

$-4,776

State Rank

#28 of 50

Cost of Living

93%

Zoologist Salary in New Mexico by Experience

In New Mexico, an entry-level zoologist earns around $41,850, while experienced professionals earn up to $97,650 per year. The cost of living index in New Mexico is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$41,850

$-3,150 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$65,100

$-4,900 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$97,650

$-7,350 vs national

Salary Percentiles in New Mexico

Percentile	NM Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$39,060	$42,000	$-2,940
25th Percentile	$50,220	$54,000	$-3,780
Median (50th)	$63,454	$68,230	$-4,776
75th Percentile	$83,700	$90,000	$-6,300
90th Percentile	$104,160	$112,000	$-7,840

Zoologist Salary by City in New Mexico

The largest employment areas for zoologists in New Mexico include Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Rio Rancho, and Santa Fe. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Albuquerque, NM

$64,819

Pop. 564,559 · COL 95%

Las Cruces, NM

$60,042

Pop. 111,385 · COL 88%

Rio Rancho, NM

$62,772

Pop. 104,046 · COL 92%

Santa Fe, NM

$75,053

Pop. 87,505 · COL 110%

Roswell, NM

$55,949

Pop. 48,422 · COL 82%

How to Become a Zoologist in New Mexico

Education

Most zoologist positions require a bachelor's degree. New Mexico has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Wildlife BiologyField ResearchData AnalysisGISScientific WritingConservation

Job Outlook in New Mexico

Nationally, zoologist employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). New Mexico's demand may vary based on local industry trends.