Healthcare New Mexico (NM) Rank #33 of 50

Registered Nurse Salary in New Mexico

The median registered nurse salary in New Mexico is $73,910 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $81,220.

Median Salary

$73,910

vs National

$-7,310

State Rank

#33 of 50

Cost of Living

93%

Registered Nurse Salary in New Mexico by Experience

In New Mexico, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $52,780, while experienced professionals earn up to $104,650 per year. The cost of living index in New Mexico is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$52,780

$-5,220 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$74,620

$-7,380 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$104,650

$-10,350 vs national

Salary Percentiles in New Mexico

Percentile	NM Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$52,234	$57,400	$-5,166
25th Percentile	$60,788	$66,800	$-6,012
Median (50th)	$73,910	$81,220	$-7,310
75th Percentile	$92,001	$101,100	$-9,099
90th Percentile	$109,928	$120,800	$-10,872

Registered Nurse Salary by City in New Mexico

The largest employment areas for registered nurses 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

$75,535

Pop. 564,559 · COL 95%

Las Cruces, NM

$69,849

Pop. 111,385 · COL 88%

Rio Rancho, NM

$73,098

Pop. 104,046 · COL 92%

Santa Fe, NM

$87,718

Pop. 87,505 · COL 110%

Roswell, NM

$64,976

Pop. 48,422 · COL 82%

How to Become a Registered Nurse in New Mexico

Education

Most registered nurse positions require a bachelor's degree. New Mexico has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentMedication AdministrationCritical ThinkingCommunicationEMR SystemsBLS/ACLS

Job Outlook in New Mexico

Nationally, registered nurse employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). New Mexico's demand may vary based on local industry trends.