Physicists Salary in New Mexico
Ranked #13 of 43 · NM
3.2% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $176,680 ≈ $85/hr
Median annual salary $165,340
Employment 580
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $120,720P25 $160,090 Median $165,340P75 $203,210P90 $235,180
About 80% of physicistss in New Mexico earn between $120,720 and $235,180. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean physicists salary in New Mexico is $176,680, about 3.2% above the U.S. average ($171,180). That works out to roughly $85/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New Mexico
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, NM | $165,340 | $177,280 | 330 |
| Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area | $160,090 | $182,620 | 200 |
| Las Cruces, NM | $112,400 | $120,260 | 30 |