Agriculture & Environment Santa Fe, NM Pop. 87,505

Zoologist Salary in Santa Fe, New Mexico

The median zoologist salary in Santa Fe, NM is $75,053 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median and 18.3% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$75,053
vs State Avg
+$11,599
vs National
+$6,823
Cost of Living
110%

Zoologist Salary in Santa Fe by Experience

In Santa Fe, an entry-level zoologist earns around $49,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $115,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$49,500
+$4,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$77,000
+$7,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$115,500
+$10,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Santa Fe, NM

Percentile Santa Fe
10th Percentile $46,200
25th Percentile $59,400
Median (50th) $75,053
75th Percentile $99,000
90th Percentile $123,200

Zoologist Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Albuquerque, NM
$64,819
Pop. 564,559
Rio Rancho, NM
$62,772
Pop. 104,046
Las Cruces, NM
$60,042
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$55,949
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Zoologist in Santa Fe

Education

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

Key Skills

Wildlife BiologyField ResearchData AnalysisGISScientific WritingConservation

Job Outlook

Nationally, zoologist 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.