What are the main factors that influence an Associate County Counsel's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Associate County Counsel?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Associate County Counsel roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Associate County Counsel's salary?

An Associate County Counsel's salary grows with experience: starting around $91,552 for beginners, reaching about $147,400 at mid-level, and approach $105,095 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Associate County Counsel?

Associate County Counsel salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Associate County Counsel roles are District of Columbia $177,721, California $177,047, Massachusetts $174,687. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Associate County Counsel roles make?

Salaries for Associate County Counsel level roles vary by specialization: Associate Commercial Counsel: $294,374; Associate Legal Counsel: $292,800; Associate General Counsel: $292,775; Associate General Counsel Sr: $292,660; Associate Corporate Counsel: $286,099.

Associate County Counsel Salary in New Mexico

How much does an Associate County Counsel make in New Mexico? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate County Counsel in New Mexico is $148,668 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

However, an Associate County Counsel's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $160,290
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $140,411 to $154,751
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $132,893

10% $132,893

50% (Median) $148,668

90% $160,290

Associate County Counsel Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$154,751	$12,896	$2,976	$74
Average	$148,668	$12,389	$2,859	$71
25th Percentile	$140,411	$11,701	$2,700	$68

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Key Factors That Influence Associate County Counsel Salaries

An Associate County Counsel'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 Associate County Counsel Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate County Counsel'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): $91,552
Early Career (1-2 years): $120,716
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $147,400
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $197,159
Expert (over 8 years): $105,095

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Research and Development Associate III	less than 1 year	$91,552
Research and Development Associate IV	1-2 years	$120,716
Associate County Counsel	2-4 years	$147,400
Research and Development Associate VI	5-8 years	$197,159
Research and Development Supervisor	over 8 years	$105,095

How Do Associate County Counsel Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Associate County Counsels. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $177,721.
California: $177,047.
Massachusetts: $174,687.

District of Columbia $177,721 California $177,047 Massachusetts $174,687 Washington $174,045 New Jersey $173,981 Alaska $173,756 Connecticut $171,541 New York $170,642

Hawaii $167,769 Rhode Island $166,421 Maryland $165,506 Minnesota $164,254 Colorado $163,772 Illinois $163,612 Oregon $163,002 Delaware $162,553

New Hampshire $162,270 Virginia $161,638 Pennsylvania $159,792 Nevada $158,861 North Dakota $158,556 Michigan $158,074 Wisconsin $157,898 Vermont $157,544

Texas $156,565 Maine $156,501 Arizona $156,405 Ohio $156,292 Georgia $154,816 Indiana $154,077 Wyoming $153,933 Utah $153,708

Iowa $153,612 Kansas $152,841 Louisiana $152,617 North Carolina $152,536 Missouri $152,504 Florida $151,878 Montana $151,541 Nebraska $151,220

Kentucky $151,044 South Carolina $150,402 Tennessee $150,000 Idaho $149,840 New Mexico $148,668 Oklahoma $148,411 Alabama $147,464 South Dakota $145,875

Arkansas $145,008 West Virginia $144,543 Mississippi $143,146

Top Paying Cities for Associate County Counsel

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: $150,251
Belen: $149,414
Bernalillo: $150,517

Algodones, NM $150,251

Belen, NM $149,414

Bernalillo, NM $150,517

Bluewater, NM $147,357

Bosque, NM $148,317

Casa Blanca, NM $148,652

Cedar Crest, NM $150,642

Cedarvale, NM $144,735

Cerrillos, NM $150,360

Claunch, NM $144,199

Coyote, NM $148,145

Cuba, NM $147,907

Cubero, NM $148,981

Edgewood, NM $149,970

Estancia, NM $148,182

Gallina, NM $147,370

Counselor, NM $147,461

Grants, NM $147,188

Milan, NM $147,777

Isleta, NM $150,776

Jarales, NM $149,270

Jemez Pueblo, NM $149,528

Jemez Springs, NM $149,068

Laguna, NM $149,710

La Jara, NM $147,742

La Joya, NM $147,400

Lindrith, NM $147,222

Los Lunas, NM $150,206

Mcintosh, NM $148,997

Pueblo Of Acoma, NM $148,005

Moriarty, NM $148,496

Mountainair, NM $146,894

Nageezi, NM $147,265

New Laguna, NM $148,909

Paguate, NM $149,010

Pena Blanca, NM $150,674

Peralta, NM $150,443

Placitas, NM $150,520

Ponderosa, NM $149,339

Prewitt, NM $147,312

Regina, NM $147,414

Sandia Park, NM $150,264

Corrales, NM $150,830

San Fidel, NM $148,106

San Rafael, NM $147,475

Santo Domingo Pueblo, NM $150,265

San Ysidro, NM $150,063

Stanley, NM $148,475

Tijeras, NM $150,283

Tome, NM $150,005

Torreon, NM $149,506

Veguita, NM $148,305

Willard, NM $146,630

Youngsville, NM $148,187

Bosque Farms, NM $150,719

Clines Corners, NM $147,578

Cochiti Pueblo, NM $150,379

Cochiti Lake, NM $150,575

Albuquerque, NM $150,915

Kirtland Afb, NM $150,915

Rio Rancho, NM $150,668

Gallup, NM $147,525

Brimhall, NM $147,108

Church Rock, NM $147,177

Continental Divide, NM $147,073

Crownpoint, NM $147,195

Fence Lake, NM $146,538

Fort Wingate, NM $147,126

Gamerco, NM $147,373

Mentmore, NM $147,145

Mexican Springs, NM $147,127

Ramah, NM $146,857

Rehoboth, NM $147,225

Thoreau, NM $147,233

Tohatchi, NM $147,098

Vanderwagen, NM $147,127

Zuni, NM $147,092

Navajo, NM $147,292

Jamestown, NM $146,926

Pinehill, NM $146,744

Sheep Springs, NM $147,257

Smith Lake, NM $147,806

Yatahey, NM $147,204

Farmington, NM $147,912

Aztec, NM $148,185

Blanco, NM $147,493

Bloomfield, NM $147,318

Flora Vista, NM $148,065

Fruitland, NM $147,138

Kirtland, NM $148,066

La Plata, NM $148,119

Navajo Dam, NM $148,053

Shiprock, NM $147,848

Waterflow, NM $147,772

Newcomb, NM $147,167

Sanostee, NM $147,260

Santa Fe, NM $151,686

Abiquiu, NM $147,536

Alcalde, NM $150,106

Amalia, NM $147,312

Arroyo Hondo, NM $147,105

Arroyo Seco, NM $147,275

Canjilon, NM $147,081

Canones, NM $148,421

Carson, NM $147,668

Cebolla, NM $147,167

Cerro, NM $147,211

Chama, NM $147,813

Chamisal, NM $149,708

Chimayo, NM $150,760

Cordova, NM $150,504

Costilla, NM $147,930

Taos Ski Valley, NM $146,808

Dixon, NM $149,565

Dulce, NM $147,809

El Prado, NM $147,405

El Rito, NM $148,081

Embudo, NM $148,796

Espanola, NM $150,577

Glorieta, NM $151,101

Hernandez, NM $149,177

Ilfeld, NM $149,707

La Madera, NM $147,821

Lamy, NM $150,525

Llano, NM $149,405

Los Alamos, NM $150,882

White Rock, NM $151,166

Medanales, NM $149,342

Ojo Caliente, NM $148,464

Los Ojos, NM $147,450

Pecos, NM $150,631

Penasco, NM $148,849

Petaca, NM $146,944

Questa, NM $147,366

Ranchos De Taos, NM $148,143

Red River, NM $146,946

Ribera, NM $147,891

Rowe, NM $149,848

San Cristobal, NM $146,941

San Jose, NM $149,479

Ohkay Owingeh, NM $150,209

Santa Cruz, NM $150,708

Serafina, NM $147,517

Taos, NM $147,320

Tererro, NM $151,113

Tesuque, NM $151,686

Tierra Amarilla, NM $147,320

Trampas, NM $148,727

Tres Piedras, NM $146,904

Truchas, NM $150,084

Vadito, NM $148,654

Valdez, NM $147,052

Vallecitos, NM $146,936

Velarde, NM $149,339

Villanueva, NM $147,605

Spaceport City, NM $144,596

Las Vegas, NM $146,353

Angel Fire, NM $146,785

Anton Chico, NM $146,100

Buena Vista, NM $147,442

Chacon, NM $147,546

Cimarron, NM $146,556

Cleveland, NM $148,593

Eagle Nest, NM $146,666

Guadalupita, NM $147,320

Holman, NM $148,214

La Loma, NM $145,854

Maxwell, NM $146,605

Miami, NM $146,289

Mills, NM $145,769

Montezuma, NM $149,347

Mora, NM $148,801

Mosquero, NM $145,642

Ocate, NM $146,448

Ojo Feliz, NM $146,833

Rainsville, NM $147,477

Raton, NM $146,975

Rociada, NM $149,422

Roy, NM $145,801

Sapello, NM $148,126

Solano, NM $145,623

Springer, NM $146,225

Ute Park, NM $146,625

Valmora, NM $146,230

Wagon Mound, NM $146,063

Watrous, NM $146,280

Socorro, NM $145,941

Aragon, NM $146,382

Datil, NM $145,779

Lemitar, NM $146,620

Luna, NM $146,642

Magdalena, NM $145,790

Pie Town, NM $146,276

Polvadera, NM $146,973

Quemado, NM $146,580

Reserve, NM $146,317

San Acacia, NM $147,215

San Antonio, NM $145,134

Truth Or Consequences, NM $145,103

Arrey, NM $145,079

Caballo, NM $145,178

Derry, NM $144,440

Elephant Butte, NM $145,480

Garfield, NM $144,021

Hatch, NM $141,713

Monticello, NM $145,095

Rincon, NM $140,898

Salem, NM $143,572

Williamsburg, NM $145,286

Winston, NM $145,201

Las Cruces, NM $139,053

White Sands Missile Range, NM $139,509

Santa Teresa, NM $140,524

Playas, NM $145,774

Animas, NM $146,132

Anthony, NM $140,490

Arenas Valley, NM $145,874

Bayard, NM $145,739

Berino, NM $139,853

Buckhorn, NM $145,890

Santa Clara, NM $145,994

Chamberino, NM $139,999

Cliff, NM $145,721

Columbus, NM $145,329

Deming, NM $145,363

Dona Ana, NM $139,058

Fairacres, NM $139,474

Faywood, NM $145,296

Fort Bayard, NM $145,854

Gila, NM $145,506

Glenwood, NM $145,620

Hachita, NM $145,329

Hanover, NM $145,360

Hillsboro, NM $145,063

Hurley, NM $145,641

La Mesa, NM $141,713

Lordsburg, NM $145,666

Mesilla, NM $139,056

Mesilla Park, NM $139,071

Mesquite, NM $139,190

Mimbres, NM $145,475

Mule Creek, NM $145,869

Organ, NM $139,143

Pinos Altos, NM $145,718

Radium Springs, NM $139,113

Redrock, NM $145,347

Rodeo, NM $146,317

San Miguel, NM $139,137

Silver City, NM $145,719

Sunland Park, NM $139,776

Tyrone, NM $146,151

Vado, NM $139,246

Chaparral, NM $141,002

Clovis, NM $145,440

Cannon Afb, NM $145,119

Broadview, NM $145,016

Causey, NM $144,768

Crossroads, NM $144,424

Dora, NM $145,111

Elida, NM $144,509

Floyd, NM $144,861

Fort Sumner, NM $144,743

Grady, NM $145,154

House, NM $145,039

Kenna, NM $144,511

Lingo, NM $144,758

Melrose, NM $145,063

Milnesand, NM $144,453

Pep, NM $144,650

Portales, NM $145,180

Rogers, NM $144,691

Saint Vrain, NM $145,156

Taiban, NM $144,694

Texico, NM $145,212

Yeso, NM $144,169

Roswell, NM $144,336

Artesia, NM $144,622

Caprock, NM $144,328

Carlsbad, NM $144,716

Dexter, NM $144,439

Eunice, NM $144,845

Hagerman, NM $144,511

Hobbs, NM $145,057

Hope, NM $143,981

Jal, NM $144,674

Lake Arthur, NM $144,272

Lakewood, NM $144,487

Loco Hills, NM $144,753

Loving, NM $144,679

Lovington, NM $144,917

Mcdonald, NM $144,522

Malaga, NM $144,538

Maljamar, NM $144,397

Monument, NM $144,737

Tatum, NM $144,615

Whites City, NM $144,857

Carrizozo, NM $143,652

Alamogordo, NM $143,195

Alto, NM $143,673

Bent, NM $143,222

Capitan, NM $143,339

Cloudcroft, NM $143,206

Corona, NM $144,276

Encino, NM $145,435

Fort Stanton, NM $143,400

Glencoe, NM $143,297

High Rolls Mountain Park, NM $143,178

Holloman Air Force Base, NM $143,178

Hondo, NM $143,429

La Luz, NM $143,178

Lincoln, NM $143,012

Mayhill, NM $143,503

Mescalero, NM $143,243

Nogal, NM $143,857

Orogrande, NM $143,251

Picacho, NM $143,398

Pinon, NM $143,938

Ruidoso, NM $143,946

Ruidoso Downs, NM $143,750

Sacramento, NM $143,307

San Patricio, NM $143,477

Sunspot, NM $143,178

Timberon, NM $143,488

Tinnie, NM $143,315

Tularosa, NM $143,273

Vaughn, NM $144,849

Weed, NM $143,485

Tucumcari, NM $145,569

Amistad, NM $145,381

Bard, NM $145,148

Capulin, NM $146,792

Clayton, NM $145,663

Conchas Dam, NM $145,795

Cuervo, NM $145,093

Des Moines, NM $146,212

Folsom, NM $146,439

Garita, NM $145,516

Gladstone, NM $145,808

Grenville, NM $145,780

Logan, NM $145,564

Mcalister, NM $145,113

Nara Visa, NM $145,219

Newkirk, NM $145,379

Quay, NM $145,463

San Jon, NM $145,307

Santa Rosa, NM $145,463

Sedan, NM $145,514

Trementina, NM $145,508

Associate County Counsel Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Associate County Counsel roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Associate County Counsel positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Associate County Counsel as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Associate County Counsel

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$185,835	$89.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$178,402	$86.0	20%
Insurance	$170,968	$82.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$163,535	$79.0	10%
Financial Services	$163,535	$79.0	10%

Associate County Counsel Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate County Counsel'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.

$140,411

Average $148,668/year

$154,751

$11,701

Average $12,389/month

$12,896

$2,700

Average $2,859/week

$2,976

$68

Average $71/hour

$74

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$154,751	$12,896	$2,976	$74
Average	$148,668	$12,389	$2,859	$71
25th Percentile	$140,411	$11,701	$2,700	$68

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