Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Mexico | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $94,340 | $98,331 | -4% |
| Median hourly wage | $45.36 | $47.27 | -4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $102,321.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | $77,463 | $58,500 | $94,500 | 94 |
The median annual salary for a Registered Nurse in New Mexico is $94,340, or about $45.36 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Registered Nurses is $98,331. New Mexico is -4% below the national median.
Entry-level registered nurses in New Mexico typically earn from $58,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 17,980 registered nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $94,340, New Mexico offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.