Physical Therapist Assistants Salary in New Mexico
Physical Therapist Assistants in New Mexico earn a median of $62,280 a year, −9% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $62,280
- vs. U.S. median
- −9% ($68,380)
- Rank among states
- 40 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 700
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $30,470; the top 10% earn over $85,040. Nationally the range is $47,750 to $89,510.
States ranked near New Mexico
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- Physical Therapist Aides$31,990 median in New Mexico
- Registered Nurses$94,340 median in New Mexico
Physical Therapist Assistants pay in New Mexico
How much do physical therapist assistants make in New Mexico?
The median is $62,280 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $30,470 and the top 10% earn over $85,040. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for physical therapist assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 40 of 51 (−9% vs. the national median of $68,380). Living costs are not included.