Physicists Salary in New Mexico
In New Mexico, physicists earn a median of $175,960 per year.
Median (New Mexico)
$175,960
Bottom 10%
$134,310
Top 10%
$239,200+
Employed in New Mexico
770
How New Mexico compares
Refit analysis ·In New Mexico, physicists earn a median of $175,960 — 6% above the national median of $166,290. Locally the range runs $134,310 to $239,200+. About 770 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·New Mexico ranks #9 of 40 states for physicists pay — roughly the 79th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (Minnesota, $222,550) by 26%. State employment of about 770 also shapes how competitive local openings are.
National benchmark
US median
$166,290
US bottom 10%
$80,020
US top 10%
$239,200+
Skills that move pay in this role
- Science
- Reading Comprehension
- Mathematics
- Speaking
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Writing
- Active Learning
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