Nursing Assistants pay in New Mexico
In New Mexico, the median pay for nursing assistants is $18.94 an hour ($39,390 a year). About 4,750 people work in this job there.
That is 7% lower than the U.S. median ($42,260). New Mexico ranks 30th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for nursing assistants in New Mexico
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.40 | $34,110 |
| 25% of workers | $17.94 | $37,310 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.94 | $39,390 |
| 75% of workers | $21.83 | $45,410 |
| 90% of workers | $23.24 | $48,340 |
Nursing Assistants pay in New Mexico metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe | $46,530 | 410 |
| Albuquerque | $39,950 | 2,110 |
| Farmington | $39,390 | 330 |
| Las Cruces | $37,400 | 390 |
New Mexico unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for nursing assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +2.6% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 196,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Mexico
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $94,340 |
| Medical Assistants | $39,230 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $59,330 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $137,520 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $37,550 |
| Paramedics | $55,530 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $28,520 |
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