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Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist Salary in New Mexico

How much does a Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist make in New Mexico?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist in New Mexico is $140,190 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

However, a Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $155,283
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $127,090 to $148,090
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $115,163
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Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $148,090 $12,341 $2,848 $71
Average $140,190 $11,683 $2,696 $67
25th Percentile $127,090 $10,591 $2,444 $61
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Key Factors That Influence Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist Salaries

A Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $134,917
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $135,899
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $136,291
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,254
  • Expert (over 8 years): $139,825
Levels Salary
Entry Level Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist$134,917
Intermediate Level Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist$135,899
Senior Level Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist$136,291
Specialist Level Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist$138,254
Expert Level Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist$139,825
$134,917 0 yr
$135,899 < 2 yrs
$136,291 2-4 yrs
$138,254 5-8 yrs
$139,825 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Algodones: $141,690
  • Belen: $140,890
  • Bernalillo: $141,990

Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $159,086. While startup companies pay approximate $134,995.

Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$134,995
Growth Stage51~500$142,655
Established501~5000$153,729
Enterprise5000+$159,086

Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist positions in Chemicals or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$168,228$81.020%
Healthcare$154,209$74.010%

Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$127,090
Average $140,190/year
$148,090
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Average $11,683/month
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Average $2,696/week
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Average $67/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $148,090 $12,341 $2,848 $71
Average $140,190 $11,683 $2,696 $67
25th Percentile $127,090 $10,591 $2,444 $61

Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist Salary Growth & Career Path

Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist
Pharmacokineticist Manager
Bioinformatician Manager
Analytical Development Supervisor
Public Health Research Manager
VP of PK Specialty
Bioinformatician Senior Manager
VP of Analytical Development
Public Health Research Director

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Principal Pharmacokinetics Scientist Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Pharmacokineticist Manager $129,700 -7%
Bioinformatician Manager $123,100 -12%
Analytical Development Supervisor $90,400 -36%
Public Health Research Manager $166,200 19%

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