Float Nurse Salary Guide: New Mexico

Average Float Nurse Salary

$50.30/hour

The average salary for a Float Nurse in New Mexico is $50.30 per hour. This is 8% higher than the US average of $46.06.

Last updated on April 10, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Float Nurse salaries in New Mexico compared to National Averages

$50.30/hour

New Mexico

8% higher than the US average.

$46.06/hour

United States

How does the pay for Float Nurses in New Mexico compare to nearby states?

California pays Float Nurses the most, averaging $69 per hour, followed by Colorado ($54) and Texas ($47). California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $90. For comparison, the New Mexico average for Float Nurses is $50 per hour — California pays 38% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
California$69$90
Colorado$54$59
Texas$47$60
Kansas$46$59

Last updated on April 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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