Veterinarian Salary in New Mexico
Latest data from BLS OEWS May 2024
Median salary
$126,710
per year · $63.25/hr
Typical range
$77,140–$174,720
10th–90th percentile
vs. US average
-8%
US avg $137,120
Salary percentiles in New Mexico
10th
$77,140
25th
$94,740
Median
$126,710
75th
$161,070
90th
$174,720
Annual wage estimates, BLS OEWS May 2024. “+” denotes wages at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200).
Employment & demand
350
Veterinarians employed in New Mexico
#17/48
State rank by median pay
0.77
Location quotient (job concentration vs. US)
211 veterinary practices in New Mexico
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Frequently asked
How much does a veterinarian make in New Mexico?
The median veterinarian salary in New Mexico is $126,710 per year (BLS OEWS May 2024). Most earn between $77,140 and $174,720 annually.
What is the hourly wage for a veterinarian in New Mexico?
The mean hourly wage for veterinarians in New Mexico is $63.25 per hour.
Where does New Mexico rank for veterinarian pay?
New Mexico ranks #17 of 48 states by median veterinarian salary, with about 350 veterinarians employed.