How much does a forensic science technician make in New Mexico?
$65,570a year
Median yearly pay for forensic science technicians in New Mexico. That is $31.52 an hour or $5,464 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.52
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 25 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,120Median: $65,570Highest 10%: $103,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,120 | $22.65 | |
| 25th | $52,470 | $25.23 | |
| Median | $65,570 | $31.52 | |
| 75th | $81,740 | $39.30 | |
| 90th | $103,300 | $49.65 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for forensic science technicians.
| 22. Indiana | $66,520 |
| 23. Oklahoma | $65,940 |
| 24. Nebraska | $65,920 |
| 25. New Mexico | $65,570 |
| 26. Florida | $64,140 |
| 27. Georgia | $63,600 |
| 28. West Virginia | $63,330 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forensic science technician make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $31.52 ($65,570 a year).
Do forensic science technicians make more in New Mexico than the national average?
No: $65,570 against $72,060 nationally, 9% less.
Where does New Mexico rank for forensic science technician pay?
New Mexico ranks 25 of 41 states.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.