Psychiatric Nurse Salary Guide: New Mexico
Average Psychiatric Nurse Salary
$63.50/hour
The average salary for a Psychiatric Nurse in New Mexico is $63.50 per hour. This is 18% higher than the US average of $52.31.
Last updated on October 14, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Psychiatric Nurse salaries in New Mexico compared to National Averages
$63.50/hour
New Mexico
18% higher than the US average.
$52.31/hour
United States
How does the pay for Psychiatric Nurses in New Mexico compare to nearby states?
Kansas pays Psychiatric Nurses the most, averaging $59 per hour, followed by Colorado ($53) and Texas ($39). For comparison, the New Mexico average for Registered Nurses is $64 per hour — Kansas pays 7% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | $59 | $59 |
| Colorado | $53 | $58 |
| Texas | $39 | $50 |
| Oklahoma | $30 | $35 |
| Utah | $28 | $50 |
Last updated on October 14, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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