Physicists Salary in New Mexico
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • New Mexico
Physicists in New Mexico earn a median salary of $154,507 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -7.1% vs the national median of $166,290. An estimated 390 physicists are employed across New Mexico, with salaries ranging from $112,400 to $175,960 depending on location.
$154,507
Avg median salary in New Mexico
$175,960
Highest paying metro
$112,400
Lowest paying metro
390
Employed in New Mexico
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Physicists salaries by city in New Mexico
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern New Mexico | $175,960 | $175,960 | $219,440 | — |
| Albuquerque, NM | $175,160 | $143,170 | $179,340 | 360 |
| Las Cruces, NM | $112,400 | $84,990 | $144,040 | 30 |