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Nurse (Case Management)
Indian Health Service · Shiprock, NM
$98k–$128k/ year
Top 25% payNew this week
Nurse Case Manager jobs in Albuquerque, NM
Nurse Case Managers in the Albuquerque area earn a median of $43.07 per hour, about $89,590 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $40.07 and $50.35. That ranks 110th of 379 U.S. metro areas for nurse case manager pay, and 99th of 335 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Albuquerque. The free report below lists employers near Albuquerque and what they pay.
- $43.07median pay per hour, Albuquerque
- $40–$50typical range per hour
- 9,890nurse case managers employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Nurse Case Manager pay in Albuquerque, NM
The metro median is 2% above the New Mexico statewide median of $42.43 per hour. Nationally the median is $45.00 per hour. BLS counts about 9,890 registered nurses employed in the Albuquerque metro area, 24.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.16).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $38.32 | $79,710 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $40.07 | $83,350 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $43.07 | $89,590 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $50.35 | $104,730 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $58.10 | $120,850 | 29% above U.S. median |
How Albuquerque ranks
- 110th of 379 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 99th of 335 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 New Mexico metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for nurse case manager. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Registered Nurses.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Registered Nurses (SOC 29-1141), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Albuquerque
- Overall prices in Albuquerque run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $43.07 median hour buys what $45.08 buys at the national price level, in line with the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,551
- Per year: $77,526
- Per month: $6,460
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Albuquerque metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Albuquerque
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $144 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,568 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,384 |
Travel nurse case manager assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
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Indian Health Service · Crownpoint, NM
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Hospitals in Albuquerque
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Albuquerque, 2 of the 6 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse case managers.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lovelace Westside Hospital Albuquerque, NM | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Lovelace Women's Hospital Albuquerque, NM | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Va New Mexico Healthcare System Albuquerque, NM | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Lovelace Medical Center Albuquerque, NM | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Presbyterian Hospital Albuquerque, NM | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Unm Hospital Albuquerque, NM | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Central Desert Behavioral Health Hospital Albuquerque, NM | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Haven Behavioral Hospital Of Albuquerque Albuquerque, NM | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Bernalillo County
HRSA lists 11 active primary care shortage designations that include Bernalillo County (1 population-group, 10 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 22 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Nurse Case Manager pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Rancho, NM | 13 mi | $43.07/hr | 112,524 |
| Santa Fe, NM | 54 mi | $44.11/hr | 90,551 |
| Las Cruces, NM | 192 mi | $38.71/hr | 116,998 |
| Amarillo, TX | 272 mi | $40.29/hr | 203,729 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | 281 mi | $46.58/hr | 77,539 |
| Lubbock, TX | 292 mi | $37.84/hr | 272,086 |
Nurse Case Manager jobs in New Mexico · Nurse Case Manager jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in New Mexico
New Mexico is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a New Mexico license by endorsement.
New Mexico taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do nurse case managers make in Albuquerque, NM?
Nurse Case Managers in the Albuquerque metro area have a median pay of $43.07 per hour, about $89,590 a year. The middle half earn between $40.07 and $50.35 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Albuquerque a good place for nurse case managers once cost of living is counted?
Albuquerque ranks 99th of 335 metro areas for nurse case manager pay after adjusting for local prices, and 110th of 379 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do nurse case managers work in Albuquerque?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Albuquerque, led by Lovelace Westside Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New Mexico license to work in Albuquerque as a nurse case manager?
New Mexico is in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so an RN or LPN/LVN with a multistate license from another compact state can work here without a new license. Nurses whose home state is not in the compact apply for a New Mexico license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Albuquerque in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 11 active primary care shortage designations that include Bernalillo County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Albuquerque?
The federal per diem benchmark in Albuquerque is $144 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,568 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place nurse case managers in Albuquerque?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Indian Health ServiceShiprock, NM · 2 postings$54.32/ hr$47–$61
- Emanate HealthGlendora, CA · 3 postings$84.00/ hr$84–$84
- MultiCarePuyallup, WA · 6 postings$67.28/ hr$20–$95
- UMass Memorial Health CareMilford, MA · 4 postings$60.11/ hr$40–$85
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Low$35Median$47.33High$65
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