Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse Salary Guide: New Mexico
Average Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse Salary
$64.15/hour
The average salary for a Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse in New Mexico is $64.15 per hour. This is 18% higher than the US average of $52.69.
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse salaries in New Mexico compared to National Averages
$64.15/hour
New Mexico
18% higher than the US average.
$52.69/hour
United States
How does the pay for Skilled Nursing Facility Nurses in New Mexico compare to nearby states?
Texas pays Skilled Nursing Facility Nurses the most, averaging $61 per hour, followed by Colorado ($55) and Kansas ($54). Texas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $72. For comparison, the New Mexico average for Registered Nurses is $64 per hour — Texas pays 5% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $61 | $72 |
| Colorado | $55 | $58 |
| Kansas | $54 | $59 |
| Arizona | $50 | $65 |
| South Dakota | $42 | $43 |
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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