Pre-Operative Nurse Salary Guide: New Mexico
Average Pre-Operative Nurse Salary
$60.27/hour
The average salary for a Pre-Operative Nurse in New Mexico is $60.27 per hour. This is 13% higher than the US average of $52.14.
Last updated on October 1, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Pre-Operative Nurse salaries in New Mexico compared to National Averages
$60.27/hour
New Mexico
13% higher than the US average.
$52.14/hour
United States
How does the pay for Pre-Operative Nurses in New Mexico compare to nearby states?
Only Texas reports pay data for Pre-Operative Nurses, averaging $54 per hour. Texas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $57. For comparison, the New Mexico average for Registered Nurses is $60 per hour — Texas pays 11% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $54 | $57 |
Last updated on October 1, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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