Healthcare New Mexico (NM) Rank #33 of 50

Physical Therapist Salary in New Mexico

The median physical therapist salary in New Mexico is $88,925 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $97,720.

Median Salary

$88,925

vs National

$-8,795

State Rank

#33 of 50

Cost of Living

93%

Physical Therapist Salary in New Mexico by Experience

In New Mexico, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $61,880, while experienced professionals earn up to $116,480 per year. The cost of living index in New Mexico is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$61,880

$-6,120 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$89,180

$-8,820 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$116,480

$-11,520 vs national

Salary Percentiles in New Mexico

Percentile	NM Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$60,788	$66,800	$-6,012
25th Percentile	$72,982	$80,200	$-7,218
Median (50th)	$88,925	$97,720	$-8,795
75th Percentile	$105,924	$116,400	$-10,476
90th Percentile	$118,482	$130,200	$-11,718

Physical Therapist Salary by City in New Mexico

The largest employment areas for physical therapists in New Mexico include Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Rio Rancho, and Santa Fe. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Albuquerque, NM

$90,880

Pop. 564,559 · COL 95%

Las Cruces, NM

$84,039

Pop. 111,385 · COL 88%

Rio Rancho, NM

$87,948

Pop. 104,046 · COL 92%

Santa Fe, NM

$105,538

Pop. 87,505 · COL 110%

Roswell, NM

$78,176

Pop. 48,422 · COL 82%

How to Become a Physical Therapist in New Mexico

Education

Most physical therapist positions require a doctoral degree. New Mexico has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Manual TherapyExercise PrescriptionPatient AssessmentRehabilitationAnatomyDocumentation

Job Outlook in New Mexico

Nationally, physical therapist employment is projected to grow 15% over the next decade (much faster than average). New Mexico's demand may vary based on local industry trends.