Healthcare Albuquerque, NM Pop. 564,559

Registered Nurse Salary in Albuquerque, New Mexico

The median registered nurse salary in Albuquerque, NM is $75,535 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 2.2% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$75,535
vs State Avg
+$1,625
vs National
$-5,685
Cost of Living
95%

Registered Nurse Salary in Albuquerque by Experience

In Albuquerque, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $53,940, while experienced professionals earn up to $106,950 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$53,940
$-4,060 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$76,260
$-5,740 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$106,950
$-8,050 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Albuquerque, NM

Percentile Albuquerque
10th Percentile $53,382
25th Percentile $62,124
Median (50th) $75,535
75th Percentile $94,023
90th Percentile $112,344

Registered Nurse Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$87,718
Pop. 87,505
Rio Rancho, NM
$73,098
Pop. 104,046
Las Cruces, NM
$69,849
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$64,976
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Albuquerque

Education

Most registered nurse positions require a bachelor's degree. Albuquerque and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentMedication AdministrationCritical ThinkingCommunicationEMR SystemsBLS/ACLS

Job Outlook

Nationally, registered nurse employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Albuquerque may vary based on local industry and population growth.