Pharmacists pay in New Mexico
In New Mexico, the median pay for pharmacists is $70.67 an hour ($147,000 a year). About 1,730 people work in this job there.
That is 4% higher than the U.S. median ($140,910). New Mexico ranks 11th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pharmacists in New Mexico
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $49.76 | $103,500 |
| 25% of workers | $63.73 | $132,560 |
| Half of workers (median) | $70.67 | $147,000 |
| 75% of workers | $78.63 | $163,540 |
| 90% of workers | $83.75 | $174,200 |
Pharmacists pay in New Mexico metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe | $150,580 | 110 |
| Farmington | $147,390 | 80 |
| Albuquerque | $147,000 | 1,000 |
| Las Cruces | $135,900 | 120 |
New Mexico unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for pharmacists
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5.2% over ten years, faster than average · about 12,500 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Mexico
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $94,340 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $46,630 |
| Physicians, All Other | $327,670 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $137,520 |
| Paramedics | $55,530 |
| Physician Assistants | $139,920 |
| Family Medicine Physicians | $228,040 |
| Physical Therapists | $106,880 |
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