Dentists, General pay in New Mexico
In New Mexico, the median pay for dentists, general is $74.64 an hour ($155,260 a year). About 780 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($170,950). New Mexico ranks 42nd of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for dentists, general in New Mexico
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $48.64 | $101,180 |
| 25% of workers | $57.00 | $118,560 |
| Half of workers (median) | $74.64 | $155,260 |
| 75% of workers | $108.81 | $226,330 |
| 90% of workers | $147.27 | $306,320 |
Dentists, General pay in New Mexico metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Las Cruces | $207,000 | 80 |
| Farmington | $195,760 | 50 |
| Santa Fe | $154,960 | 60 |
| Albuquerque | $141,580 | 460 |
New Mexico unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for dentists, general
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5.7% over ten years, faster than average · about 4,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Mexico
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Dental Assistants | $44,400 |
| Physicians, All Other | $327,670 |
| Dental Hygienists | $95,940 |
| Registered Nurses | $94,340 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $137,520 |
| Pharmacists | $147,000 |
| Physical Therapists | $106,880 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $98,690 |
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