Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Mexico | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $147,000 | $143,112 | +3% |
| Median hourly wage | $70.67 | $68.80 | +3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $159,436.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | $123,732 | $99,000 | $139,500 | 94 |
The median annual salary for a Pharmacist in New Mexico is $147,000, or about $70.67 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacists is $143,112. New Mexico is +3% above the national median.
Entry-level pharmacists in New Mexico typically earn from $99,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 1,730 pharmacist jobs on record and a median salary of $147,000, New Mexico offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.