Healthcare Rio Rancho, NM Pop. 104,046

Physician Assistant Salary in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

The median physician assistant salary in Rio Rancho, NM is $113,409 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 1.1% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$113,409
vs State Avg
$-1,260
vs National
$-12,601
Cost of Living
92%

Physician Assistant Salary in Rio Rancho by Experience

In Rio Rancho, an entry-level physician assistant earns around $79,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $145,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$79,200
$-8,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$113,400
$-12,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$145,800
$-16,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rio Rancho, NM

Percentile Rio Rancho
10th Percentile $75,600
25th Percentile $95,400
Median (50th) $113,409
75th Percentile $135,900
90th Percentile $156,600

Physician Assistant Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

How to Become a Physician Assistant in Rio Rancho

Education

Most physician assistant positions require a master's degree. Rio Rancho and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Clinical AssessmentPharmacologySurgical AssistingPatient CommunicationEMR SystemsDiagnosis

Job Outlook

Nationally, physician assistant employment is projected to grow 28% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Rio Rancho may vary based on local industry and population growth.