Healthcare Las Cruces, NM Pop. 111,385

Home Health Aide Salary in Las Cruces, New Mexico

The median home health aide salary in Las Cruces, NM is $28,836 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 5.5% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median

$28,836

vs State Avg

$-1,676

vs National

$-4,694

Cost of Living

88%

Home Health Aide Salary in Las Cruces by Experience

In Las Cruces, an entry-level home health aide earns around $21,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $36,120 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$21,500

$-3,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$29,240

$-4,760 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$36,120

$-5,880 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Las Cruces, NM

Percentile	Las Cruces	NM State	National
10th Percentile	$20,640	$21,840	$24,000
25th Percentile	$24,080	$25,480	$28,000
Median (50th)	$28,836	$30,512	$33,530
75th Percentile	$33,540	$35,490	$39,000
90th Percentile	$37,840	$40,040	$44,000

Home Health Aide Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

How to Become a Home Health Aide in Las Cruces

Education

Most home health aide positions require a high school diploma. Las Cruces and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Patient CareVital SignsCPR/First AidCommunicationCompassionTime Management

Job Outlook

Nationally, home health aide employment is projected to grow 22% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Las Cruces may vary based on local industry and population growth.