Physical Therapist Salary Guide: New Mexico
Average Physical Therapist Salary
$50.54/hour
The average salary for a Physical Therapist in New Mexico is $50.54 per hour. This is 8% lower than the US average of $54.39.
Last updated on December 9, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Physical Therapist salaries in New Mexico compared to National Averages
$50.54/hour
New Mexico
8% lower than the US average.
$54.39/hour
United States
What cities in New Mexico pay the most for Physical Therapists?
Only Albuquerque, New Mexico reports pay data for Physical Therapists, averaging $46 per hour. Albuquerque, New Mexico also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $55. For comparison, the New Mexico average for Physical Therapists is $51 per hour — Albuquerque, New Mexico pays 10% less.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, New Mexico | $46 | $55 |
How does the pay for Physical Therapists in New Mexico compare to nearby states?
California pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $65 per hour, followed by Colorado ($57) and Oklahoma ($55). California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $75. For comparison, the New Mexico average for Physical Therapists is $51 per hour — California pays 28% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| California | $65 | $75 |
| Colorado | $57 | $62 |
| Oklahoma | $55 | $58 |
| Texas | $52 | $58 |
| Kansas | $51 | $55 |
| Arizona | $51 | $55 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Physical Therapist jobs in New Mexico?
Medical Solutions Direct Hire pays Physical Therapists the most, averaging $51 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($44). For comparison, the New Mexico average for Physical Therapists is $51 per hour — Medical Solutions Direct Hire pays 1% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Solutions Direct Hire | $51 | $51 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $44 | $44 |
Last updated on December 9, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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- Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing
- Los Alamos, NM
- 5x8 hrs
$118K/year
approximately $56/hrManager - Outpatient Physical Therapist
- Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing
- Albuquerque, NM
- 5x8 hrs
$114K/year
approximately $54/hrManager - Outpatient Physical Therapist
- Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing
- Albuquerque, NM
- 5x8 hrs
$114K/year
approximately $54/hrPhysical Therapist
- CoreMedical Group Perm
- Los Alamos, NM
- 5x8 hrs
- Sign-On Bonus
$91K-118K/year
approximately $43-57/hrPhysical Therapist
- Medical Solutions Direct Hire
- Artesia, NM
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$47-55/hour
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