Conservation Scientists Salary in New Mexico
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • New Mexico
Conservation Scientists in New Mexico earn a median salary of $70,853 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, +4.3% vs the national median of $67,950. An estimated 340 conservation scientists are employed across New Mexico, with salaries ranging from $67,700 to $72,520 depending on location.
$70,853
Avg median salary in New Mexico
$72,520
Highest paying metro
$67,700
Lowest paying metro
340
Employed in New Mexico
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Conservation Scientists salaries by city in New Mexico
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern New Mexico | $72,520 | $49,720 | $89,860 | 60 |
| Eastern New Mexico | $72,510 | $58,570 | $87,050 | 90 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $70,680 | $61,810 | $97,180 | 120 |
| Santa Fe, NM | $67,700 | $65,810 | $79,240 | 70 |