Physicists Salary in Northern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $175,960 +5.8% vs national
Median hourly $84.60
10th percentile $134,310
90th percentile —
National median $166,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $134,310
    25th
    $175,960
    50th (median)
    $175,960
    75th
    $219,440

    Top-paying metros for Physicists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL $266,260
    Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN $226,750
    Cleveland, OH $225,930
    Minnesota $222,550
    Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL $219,070
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $215,340

    Related occupations in Northern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$103,000
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$52,420
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health$62,940
    Urban and Regional Planners$63,780
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians$107,680
    Biological Scientists, All Other$76,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physicists make per hour in Northern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Physicists in Northern New Mexico is $84.60, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $94.76 or more per hour.

    Is Northern New Mexico above or below average for Physicists salaries?

    The median Physicists salary in Northern New Mexico is 5.8% above the national median of $166,290. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Physicists in Northern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Physicists (10th percentile) earn around $134,310 per year in Northern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $175,960.