Healthcare Las Cruces, NM Pop. 111,385

Physical Therapist Salary in Las Cruces, New Mexico

The median physical therapist salary in Las Cruces, NM is $84,039 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 5.5% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$84,039
vs State Avg
$-4,886
vs National
$-13,681
Cost of Living
88%

Physical Therapist Salary in Las Cruces by Experience

In Las Cruces, an entry-level physical therapist earns around $58,480, while experienced professionals earn up to $110,080 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$58,480
$-9,520 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$84,280
$-13,720 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$110,080
$-17,920 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Las Cruces, NM

Percentile Las Cruces
10th Percentile $57,448
25th Percentile $68,972
Median (50th) $84,039
75th Percentile $100,104
90th Percentile $111,972

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How to Become a Physical Therapist in Las Cruces

Education

Most physical therapist positions require a doctoral degree. Las Cruces and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Manual TherapyExercise PrescriptionPatient AssessmentRehabilitationAnatomyDocumentation

Job Outlook

Nationally, physical therapist employment is projected to grow 15% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Las Cruces may vary based on local industry and population growth.