Skincare Specialists Salary in Albuquerque, NM

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Albuquerque, NM

Median annual salary $36,000 -13.4% vs national
Median hourly $17.31
10th percentile $29,140
90th percentile $63,700
Employed locally 200
National median $41,560

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,140
    25th
    $35,780
    50th (median)
    $36,000
    75th
    $37,730
    90th
    $63,700

    Albuquerque economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,995 2023 • Census ACS
    Skincare Specialists salary vs area income 53% Median Skincare Specialists salary is 47% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Skincare Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA $78,020
    Portland-South Portland, ME $77,280
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $76,520
    Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area $75,020
    Maine $73,500
    Bend, OR $68,200

    Nearby metros — Skincare Specialists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area $75,020
    Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area $62,400
    Western Washington nonmetropolitan area $60,570
    Southeast Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area $52,120
    Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area $52,000
    Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area $50,900

    Related occupations in Albuquerque, NM

    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers $35,010
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $47,850
    Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $28,950
    Animal Caretakers $30,580
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $28,140
    Recreation Workers $25,280

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Skincare Specialists make per hour in Albuquerque?

    The median hourly wage for Skincare Specialists in Albuquerque, NM is $17.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.01 or more per hour.

    Is Albuquerque above or below average for Skincare Specialists salaries?

    The median Skincare Specialists salary in Albuquerque, NM is 13.4% below the national median of $41,560. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Skincare Specialists in Albuquerque?

    Entry-level Skincare Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $29,140 per year in Albuquerque, NM. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,780.