Licensed Practical Nurse Salary Guide: New Mexico
Average Licensed Practical Nurse Salary
$23.24/hour
The average salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in New Mexico is $23.24 per hour. This is 46% lower than the US average of $34.03.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Licensed Practical Nurse salaries in New Mexico compared to National Averages
$23.24/hour
New Mexico
46% lower than the US average.
$34.03/hour
United States
How does the pay for LPN / LVN Nurses in New Mexico compare to nearby states?
Kansas pays Licensed Practical Nurses the most, averaging $35 per hour, followed by Texas ($34) and Oklahoma ($31). Oklahoma has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $37. For comparison, the New Mexico average for Licensed Practical Nurses is $23 per hour — Kansas pays 51% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | $35 | $36 |
| Texas | $34 | $35 |
| Oklahoma | $31 | $37 |
Last updated on October 19, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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