Chemists Salary in New Mexico
Chemists in New Mexico earn a median of $126,960 a year, +39% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $126,960
- vs. U.S. median
- +39% ($91,240)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $59,490; the top 10% earn over $212,940. Nationally the range is $58,460 to $160,830.
States ranked near New Mexico
Similar jobs in New Mexico
- Chemical Technicians$55,120 median in New Mexico
- Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians$61,170 median in New Mexico
- Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians$61,280 median in New Mexico (broader BLS group)
- Quality Control Analysts$56,420 median in New Mexico (broader BLS group)
- Non-Destructive Testing Specialists$101,750 median in New Mexico (broader BLS group)
- Biological Technicians$49,570 median in New Mexico
Chemists pay in New Mexico
How much do chemists make in New Mexico?
The median is $126,960 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $59,490 and the top 10% earn over $212,940. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for chemists?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 51 (+39% vs. the national median of $91,240). Living costs are not included.