Atmospheric and Space Scientists Salary in New Mexico - FY2025 DOL Data

DOL Median (New Mexico)

$77,700

vs National

+14.3%

National: $68,000

BLS Median (area)

N/A

COL-Adjusted

$82,660

Purchasing power equiv.

Salary Comparison

This Location (DOL)

$77,700

+14.3% vs national

National Average (DOL)

$68,000

Baseline

BLS Estimate (This Area)

N/A

No comparison

Purchasing Power Analysis

A Atmospheric and Space Scientists in New Mexico earns $77,700 in nominal terms, which is 14.3% above the national average of $68,000. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 94.0 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $82,660 in national-average purchasing power.

Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.

Top Employers in New Mexico

Employer	Median Salary	Filings
LOS ALAMOS NATIONAL SECURITY, LLC	$77,700	6

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Atmospheric and Space Scientists make in New Mexico?

The median Atmospheric and Space Scientists salary in New Mexico is $77,700 based on 3 DOL filings.

Is New Mexico a good place to work as a Atmospheric and Space Scientists?

A Atmospheric and Space Scientists in New Mexico earns 14.3% more than the national median of $68,000, or $82,660 after adjusting for the local cost of living.

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Source: US Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) public disclosure files (PERM Form ETA-9089 and LCA Form ETA-9035), and US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). Salary figures represent employer filings and government survey estimates, not individual worker pay.