Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in New Mexico
Also called: Veterinary Assistants
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in New Mexico earn a median of $37,500 a year, −2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $37,500
- vs. U.S. median
- −2% ($38,150)
- Rank among states
- 23 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 520
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $29,870; the top 10% earn over $48,310. Nationally the range is $30,120 to $49,150.
States ranked near New Mexico
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Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers pay in New Mexico
How much do veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers make in New Mexico?
The median is $37,500 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $29,870 and the top 10% earn over $48,310. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers?
On pay alone it ranks 23 of 51 (−2% vs. the national median of $38,150). Living costs are not included.