Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in New Mexico
Ranked #35 of 47 · NM
11.6% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $73,400 ≈ $35/hr
Median annual salary $68,220
Employment 170
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $51,080P25 $63,480 Median $68,220P75 $80,290P90 $96,100
About 80% of zoologists and wildlife biologistss in New Mexico earn between $51,080 and $96,100. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean zoologists and wildlife biologists salary in New Mexico is $73,400, about 11.6% below the U.S. average ($83,020). That works out to roughly $35/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New Mexico
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, NM | $67,930 | $78,150 | 50 |
| Santa Fe, NM | $67,870 | $66,470 | 40 |