PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Cardiac Care Nurse Practitioner
Genesis Healthcare · Albuquerque, NM
$120k–$130k/ year
Nurse Practitioner jobs in Rio Rancho, NM
Nurse Practitioners in the Rio Rancho area earn a median of $66.56 per hour, about $138,440 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $53.88 and $67.70. That ranks 50th of 372 U.S. metro areas for nurse practitioner pay, and 42nd of 336 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Rio Rancho and its metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Rio Rancho.
- $66.56median pay per hour, Albuquerque
- $54–$68typical range per hour
- 1,000nurse practitioners employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is in line with the New Mexico statewide median of $66.56 per hour. Nationally the median is $62.12 per hour. BLS counts about 1,000 nurse practitioners employed in the Albuquerque metro area, 2.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.26).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.13 | $43,950 | 66% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $53.88 | $112,070 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $66.56 | $138,440 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $67.70 | $140,820 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $93.35 | $194,170 | 50% above U.S. median |
How Rio Rancho ranks
- 50th of 372 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 42nd of 336 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 New Mexico metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Nurse Practitioners (SOC 29-1171), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Rio Rancho
- 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 $66.56 median hour buys what $69.66 buys at the national price level, 12% above 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.
Estimate your Rio Rancho paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,396
- Per year: $119,808
- Per month: $9,984
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 Rio Rancho
| 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 practitioner 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).
Hospitals in the Albuquerque area
CMS lists 8 hospitals in the Albuquerque area, 2 of the 6 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of nurse practitioners.
| 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 Practitioner pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, NM | 13 mi | $66.56/hr | 560,326 |
| Santa Fe, NM | 48 mi | $69.43/hr | 90,551 |
| Las Cruces, NM | 204 mi | $60.86/hr | 116,998 |
| Amarillo, TX | 275 mi | $54.00/hr | 203,729 |
| Flagstaff, AZ | 278 mi | $67.16/hr | 77,539 |
| Lubbock, TX | 299 mi | $57.69/hr | 272,086 |
Nurse Practitioner jobs in New Mexico · Nurse Practitioner 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 practitioners make in Rio Rancho, NM?
Nurse Practitioners in the Albuquerque metro area have a median pay of $66.56 per hour, about $138,440 a year. The middle half earn between $53.88 and $67.70 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Rio Rancho a good place for nurse practitioners once cost of living is counted?
Albuquerque ranks 42nd of 336 metro areas for nurse practitioner pay after adjusting for local prices, and 50th of 372 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring nurse practitioners in Rio Rancho?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Albuquerque area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Rio Rancho.
Do I need a New Mexico license to work in Rio Rancho as a nurse practitioner?
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 Rio Rancho 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 Rio Rancho?
The federal per diem benchmark in Rio Rancho 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 practitioners in Rio Rancho?
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Your NP pay reportRio Rancho, NM · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Cura HealthcareLos Alamos, NM · 1 wage offer$72.12/ hr$72–$72
- Genesis HealthcareAlbuquerque, NM · 2 postings$58.90/ hr$55–$62
- UNM HospitalAlbuquerque, NM · 1 wage offer$53.29/ hr$53–$53
- University of New MexicoAlbuquerque, NM · 1 wage offer$53.29/ hr$53–$53
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$53Median$53.29High$72
3 employer-reported wage offers for NP in federal filings in New Mexico, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 NP roles
- Cardiac Care Nurse PractitionerPermanent$120k–$130k/ year
- Nurse PractitionerPermanent$55.29–$60.10/ hour
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