Registered Nurse salary in New Mexico
Registered Nurses in New Mexico earn a median of $42.43 per hour, about $88,260 a year, 6% below the U.S. median of $45.00. The middle half earn between $39.72 and $50.35 per hour. The highest median among New Mexico metro areas is in Santa Fe, NM, at $44.11 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $42.43median pay per hour
- $88,260median pay per year
- 17,510registered nurses employed in New Mexico
- #20of 50 states by median pay
Registered Nurse pay in New Mexico: percentiles
| Level | New Mexico per hour | New Mexico per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $33.96 | $70,640 | $31.75 |
| Lower quartile | $39.72 | $82,620 | $37.79 |
| Median | $42.43 | $88,260 | $45.00 |
| Upper quartile | $50.35 | $104,730 | $51.90 |
| Top 10% | $58.27 | $121,200 | $65.06 |
Registered Nurse pay by metro area in New Mexico
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs New Mexico median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe, NM | $44.11 | $91,750 | 820 | 4% above | $44.66 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $43.07 | $89,590 | 9,890 | 2% above | $45.08 |
| Farmington, NM | $39.20 | $81,530 | 780 | 8% below | — |
| Las Cruces, NM | $38.71 | $80,520 | 1,320 | 9% below | $42.91 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Registered Nurse pay in states next to New Mexico
What employers are posting in New Mexico
- 5roles with published pay
- $51.13median pay per hour
- $36–$66typical published range
- 2employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Health Administration | 3 | $51.13 |
| Indian Health Service | 2 | $55.08 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 5 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a registered nurse make in New Mexico?
The median is $42.43 per hour, about $88,260 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $33.96 and the top 10% earn over $58.27 (BLS, May 2024).
Which New Mexico city pays registered nurses the most?
Among New Mexico metro areas, Santa Fe, NM has the highest median at $44.11 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does New Mexico rank for registered nurse pay?
New Mexico ranks 20th of 50 states by median registered nurse pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Indian Health ServiceGallup, NM · 2 postings$55.08/ hr$41–$67
- Veterans Health AdministrationAlbuquerque, NM · 3 postings$51.13/ hr$36–$66
- Presbyterian Healthcare ServicesAlbuquerque, NM · 2 wage offers$46.97/ hr$38–$55
- Westways Staffing Services, Inc.Albuquerque, NM · 2 wage offers$42.44/ hr$42–$42
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