Respiratory Therapists Salary in New Mexico
Respiratory Therapists in New Mexico earn a median of $68,870 a year, −16% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $68,870
- vs. U.S. median
- −16% ($82,280)
- Rank among states
- 47 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 840
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,990; the top 10% earn over $91,220. Nationally the range is $63,660 to $118,050.
States ranked near New Mexico
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Respiratory Therapists pay in New Mexico
How much do respiratory therapists make in New Mexico?
The median is $68,870 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,990 and the top 10% earn over $91,220. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for respiratory therapists?
On pay alone it ranks 47 of 51 (−16% vs. the national median of $82,280). Living costs are not included.