Healthcare Rio Rancho, NM Pop. 104,046

Veterinarian Salary in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

The median veterinarian salary in Rio Rancho, NM is $92,934 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 1.1% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$92,934
vs State Avg
$-1,033
vs National
$-10,326
Cost of Living
92%

Veterinarian Salary in Rio Rancho by Experience

In Rio Rancho, an entry-level veterinarian earns around $61,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $139,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$61,200
$-6,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$94,500
$-10,500 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$139,500
$-15,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rio Rancho, NM

Percentile Rio Rancho
10th Percentile $58,680
25th Percentile $72,360
Median (50th) $92,934
75th Percentile $120,960
90th Percentile $156,780

Veterinarian Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$111,521
Pop. 87,505
Albuquerque, NM
$96,032
Pop. 564,559
Las Cruces, NM
$88,804
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$82,608
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Veterinarian in Rio Rancho

Education

Most veterinarian positions require a doctoral degree. Rio Rancho and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

DiagnosisSurgeryPharmacologyAnimal HandlingClient CommunicationRadiology

Job Outlook

Nationally, veterinarian employment is projected to grow 19% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Rio Rancho may vary based on local industry and population growth.