Healthcare Santa Fe, NM Pop. 87,505

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Santa Fe, New Mexico

The median nurse practitioner salary in Santa Fe, NM is $131,339 per year, which is 8.0% above the national median and 18.7% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$131,339
vs State Avg
+$20,674
vs National
+$9,729
Cost of Living
110%

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Santa Fe by Experience

In Santa Fe, an entry-level nurse practitioner earns around $97,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $167,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$97,200
+$7,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$131,760
+$9,760 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$167,400
+$12,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Santa Fe, NM

Percentile Santa Fe
10th Percentile $94,068
25th Percentile $112,536
Median (50th) $131,339
75th Percentile $154,980
90th Percentile $181,656

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

How to Become a Nurse Practitioner in Santa Fe

Education

Most nurse practitioner positions require a master's degree. Santa Fe and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Advanced AssessmentPharmacologyDiagnosisPatient EducationEMR SystemsClinical Decision-Making

Job Outlook

Nationally, nurse practitioner employment is projected to grow 40% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Santa Fe may vary based on local industry and population growth.