PreOp / PACU Nurse Salary Guide: New Mexico

Q: What cities in New Mexico pay the most for PreOp / PACU Nurses?

Albuquerque is currently the highest paying city in New Mexico for PreOp / PACU Nurse jobs, paying up to $65/hr. This is 3% lower than the average pay for PreOp / PACU Nurse roles in New Mexico. Other top paying cities include Santa Fe, paying up to $47/hr, Sombrillo, paying up to $47/hr, and Rio Rancho, paying up to $47/hr.

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Average PreOp / PACU Nurse Salary

$52.83/hour

The average salary for a PreOp / PACU Nurse in New Mexico is $52.83 per hour. This is 33% higher than the US average of $35.50.

Last updated on April 1, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

PreOp / PACU Nurse salaries in New Mexico compared to National Averages

$52.83/hour

New Mexico

33% higher than the US average.

$35.50/hour

United States

What cities in New Mexico pay the most for PreOp / PACU Nurses?

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Albuquerque, New Mexico	$51	$65
Rio Rancho, New Mexico	$36	$47

How does the pay for PreOp / PACU Nurses in New Mexico compare to nearby states?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Arizona	$52	$58
Texas	$39	$47

Last updated on April 1, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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