Clinical Nurse Salary Guide: New Mexico
Average Clinical Nurse Salary
$65.90/hour
The average salary for a Clinical Nurse in New Mexico is $65.90 per hour. This is 19% higher than the US average of $53.11.
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Clinical Nurse salaries in New Mexico compared to National Averages
$65.90/hour
New Mexico
19% higher than the US average.
$53.11/hour
United States
What cities in New Mexico pay the most for Clinical Nurses?
Albuquerque, New Mexico pays Clinical Nurses the most, averaging $42 per hour, followed by Rio Rancho, New Mexico ($36). Albuquerque, New Mexico also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $48. For comparison, the New Mexico average for Registered Nurses is $66 per hour — Albuquerque, New Mexico pays 36% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, New Mexico | $42 | $48 |
| Rio Rancho, New Mexico | $36 | $47 |
How does the pay for Clinical Nurses in New Mexico compare to nearby states?
Colorado pays Clinical Nurses the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Kansas ($55) and Texas ($55). 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 | $55 | $59 |
| Texas | $55 | $60 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Clinical Nurse jobs in New Mexico?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Clinical Nurses, averaging $41 per hour. For comparison, the New Mexico average for Registered Nurses is $66 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 37% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $41 | $41 |
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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