Nurse Anesthetist Salary in New Mexico: $223,018 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across New Mexico's 17 metropolitan areas, the average median nurse anesthetist pay sits at $223,018/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-1151. Because New Mexico sits at BEA RPP 94.4 (6% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $236,248 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Albuquerque ($224,231), Las Cruces ($212,725), Rio Rancho ($211,927).
In 2026, nurse anesthetists in New Mexico are projected to earn an average median salary of $223,018, which is approximately 10.4% lower than the national median of $248,893. In terms of cities, Albuquerque offers the highest salary at $235,891, while Taos has the lowest at $199,270, illustrating a salary gap of $36,621. This difference can be attributed to variations in the cost of living, local demand for anesthesia professionals, and regional healthcare funding. Professionals in New Mexico must adhere to specific licensing requirements and scope of practice laws, which can impact salary potential and job responsibilities. Factors driving demand in the state include the aging population and the increasing complexity of surgical procedures. Currently, there are 257 nurse anesthetists employed in New Mexico, with a projected annual growth rate of 5.20%, indicating a stable job market outlook. Key cities like Las Cruces, Rio Rancho, Santa Fe, and Farmington also provide competitive salaries, with projected earnings of $223,787, $222,947, $218,703, and $213,479, respectively. As demand for nurse anesthetists continues to grow, job prospects in these areas remain positive, reflecting ongoing needs for anesthesia services across healthcare settings.
New Mexico Nurse Anesthetist Salary Range
Overall salary range in New Mexico: $133,475 (lowest entry-level) to $365,631 (highest top earner)
New Mexico vs National Average
New Mexico nurse anesthetists earn 10.4% less than the national median ($-25,875/year difference).
New Mexico Nurse Anesthetist Salary Distribution (2026)
Nurse Anesthetist salaries in New Mexico range from $141,728 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $328,370 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $223,018. The New Mexico median is $25,875 below the US national median of $248,893. The average hourly rate is $107.22/hr. Approximately 257 nurse anesthetists are employed across 17 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$156,250
2025 BLS Actual
$211,994
2026 Current Est.
$223,018
2019–2027 Growth
+50.2%
Salary Trajectory for Nurse Anesthetists in New Mexico (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 5.20% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $156,250 | Actual |
| 2020 | $162,230 | Actual |
| 2021 | $168,090 | Actual |
| 2022 | $203,405 | Actual |
| 2023 | $218,828 | Actual |
| 2024 | $190,778 | Actual |
| 2025 | $211,994 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $223,018 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $234,615 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the New Mexico metropolitan area, the median nurse anesthetist salary grew 35.7% from $156,250 (2019) to $211,994 (2025). At a 5.20% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $234,615 by 2027 — a total increase of $78,365 (50.15%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the New Mexico metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 5.20% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in New Mexico
Lowest Paying Cities in New Mexico
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Taos | $199,270 |
| Los Alamos | $199,644 |
| Los Lunas | $201,322 |
| Las Vegas | $201,355 |
| Gallup | $201,386 |
Best Value Cities for Nurse Anesthetists in New Mexico
When adjusted for local cost of living, these New Mexico cities offer the most purchasing power for nurse anesthetists.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | $235,891 | 94.4 | $249,885 |
| Las Cruces | $223,787 | 94.4 | $237,062 |
| Rio Rancho | $222,947 | 94.4 | $236,173 |
| Santa Fe | $218,703 | 94.4 | $231,677 |
| Farmington | $213,479 | 94.4 | $226,143 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in New Mexico
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $141,728 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $223,018 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $328,370 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across New Mexico metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 17 Cities in New Mexico
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Albuquerque | $235,891 |
| 2 | Las Cruces | $223,787 |
| 3 | Rio Rancho | $222,947 |
| 4 | Santa Fe | $218,703 |
| 5 | Farmington | $213,479 |
| 6 | Roswell | $212,487 |
| 7 | Alamogordo | $210,739 |
| 8 | Hobbs | $210,621 |
| 9 | South Valley | $209,764 |
| 10 | Clovis | $205,697 |
| 11 | Carlsbad | $205,377 |
| 12 | Deming | $202,104 |
| 13 | Gallup | $201,386 |
| 14 | Las Vegas | $201,355 |
| 15 | Los Lunas | $201,322 |
| 16 | Los Alamos | $199,644 |
| 17 | Taos | $199,270 |
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Written by Alexandra Johnson, MSN, CRNA
Career Analyst
Alexandra Johnson has 10 years of experience as a nurse anesthetist. She specializes in anesthesia for orthopedic surgeries. She works in a regional medical center.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 5.20% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 nurse anesthetist compensation across New Mexico. State averages are employment-weighted across 17 metro areas — larger metro areas with more nurse anesthetistscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.20%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for nurse anesthetists (SOC 29-1151).
Compiled and verified by Alexandra Johnson, MSN, CRNA, a licensed nurse anesthetist with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov