Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in New Mexico
Also called: Licensed Practical Nurses
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in New Mexico earn a median of $59,330 a year, −8% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $59,330
- vs. U.S. median
- −8% ($64,400)
- Rank among states
- 43 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,460
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,090; the top 10% earn over $78,110. Nationally the range is $49,740 to $83,440.
States ranked near New Mexico
Similar jobs in New Mexico
- Registered Nurses$94,340 median in New Mexico
- Critical Care Nurses$94,340 median in New Mexico (broader BLS group)
- Acute Care Nurses$94,340 median in New Mexico (broader BLS group)
- Medical Assistants$39,230 median in New Mexico
- Midwives$35,270 median in New Mexico (broader BLS group)
- Nurse Midwives$123,350 median in New Mexico
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses pay in New Mexico
How much do licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses make in New Mexico?
The median is $59,330 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,090 and the top 10% earn over $78,110. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses?
On pay alone it ranks 43 of 51 (−8% vs. the national median of $64,400). Living costs are not included.