Nursing Assistants Salary in Northern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,980 +1.1% vs national
Median hourly $19.22
10th percentile $30,380
90th percentile $50,650
Employed locally 480
National median $39,530

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,380
    25th
    $35,560
    50th (median)
    $39,980
    75th
    $45,490
    90th
    $50,650

    Top-paying metros for Nursing Assistants

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $56,220
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $53,990
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $50,690
    Boulder, CO $49,390
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $48,520
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $48,510

    Related occupations in Northern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$26,930
    Medical Assistants$39,000
    Dental Assistants$44,770
    Physical Therapist Assistants$67,020
    Phlebotomists$43,750
    Physical Therapist Aides$35,360

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Nursing Assistants make per hour in Northern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Nursing Assistants in Northern New Mexico is $19.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.76 or more per hour.

    Is Northern New Mexico above or below average for Nursing Assistants salaries?

    The median Nursing Assistants salary in Northern New Mexico is 1.1% above the national median of $39,530. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Nursing Assistants in Northern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Nursing Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $30,380 per year in Northern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,560.