Emergency Medical Technicians pay in New Mexico
In New Mexico, the median pay for emergency medical technicians is $18.05 an hour ($37,550 a year). About 1,260 people work in this job there.
That is 16% lower than the U.S. median ($44,470). New Mexico ranks 41st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for emergency medical technicians in New Mexico
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.56 | $32,370 |
| 25% of workers | $17.25 | $35,880 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.05 | $37,550 |
| 75% of workers | $22.89 | $47,600 |
| 90% of workers | $26.68 | $55,500 |
Emergency Medical Technicians pay in New Mexico metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | $40,270 | 360 |
| Santa Fe | $40,190 | 80 |
| Farmington | $37,020 | 110 |
| Las Cruces | $36,740 | 150 |
New Mexico unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for emergency medical technicians
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.8% over ten years, faster than average · about 13,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Mexico
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $94,340 |
| Nursing Assistants | $39,390 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $59,330 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $68,870 |
| Paramedics | $55,530 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $39,020 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $46,630 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $47,360 |
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