Healthcare Las Cruces, NM Pop. 111,385

Registered Nurse Salary in Las Cruces, New Mexico

The median registered nurse salary in Las Cruces, NM is $69,849 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 5.5% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median

$69,849

vs State Avg

$-4,061

vs National

$-11,371

Cost of Living

88%

Registered Nurse Salary in Las Cruces by Experience

In Las Cruces, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $49,880, while experienced professionals earn up to $98,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$49,880

$-8,120 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$70,520

$-11,480 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$98,900

$-16,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Las Cruces, NM

Percentile	Las Cruces	NM State	National
10th Percentile	$49,364	$52,234	$57,400
25th Percentile	$57,448	$60,788	$66,800
Median (50th)	$69,849	$73,910	$81,220
75th Percentile	$86,946	$92,001	$101,100
90th Percentile	$103,888	$109,928	$120,800

Registered Nurse Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Las Cruces

Education

Most registered nurse positions require a bachelor's degree. Las Cruces 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 Las Cruces may vary based on local industry and population growth.