Acute Care Nurse Salary Guide: New Mexico
Average Acute Care Nurse Salary
$66.16/hour
The average salary for an Acute Care Nurse in New Mexico is $66.16 per hour. This is 23% higher than the US average of $51.05.
Last updated on November 10, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Acute Care Nurse salaries in New Mexico compared to National Averages
$66.16/hour
New Mexico
23% higher than the US average.
$51.05/hour
United States
How does the pay for Acute Care Nurses in New Mexico compare to nearby states?
Colorado pays Acute Care Nurses the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Kansas ($52) and Texas ($49). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the New Mexico average for Registered Nurses is $66 per hour — Colorado pays 14% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $57 | $63 |
| Kansas | $52 | $59 |
| Texas | $49 | $52 |
Last updated on November 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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