Veterinary Assistant Salary in New Mexico
Latest data from BLS OEWS May 2024
Median salary
$35,600
per year · $16.98/hr
Typical range
$28,920–$44,910
10th–90th percentile
vs. US average
-9%
US avg $39,024
Salary percentiles in New Mexico
10th
$28,920
25th
$30,130
Median
$35,600
75th
$36,830
90th
$44,910
Annual wage estimates, BLS OEWS May 2024. “+” denotes wages at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200).
Employment & demand
470
Veterinary Assistants employed in New Mexico
#32/51
State rank by median pay
0.73
Location quotient (job concentration vs. US)
211 veterinary practices in New Mexico
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Frequently asked
How much does a veterinary assistant make in New Mexico?
The median veterinary assistant salary in New Mexico is $35,600 per year (BLS OEWS May 2024). Most earn between $28,920 and $44,910 annually.
What is the hourly wage for a veterinary assistant in New Mexico?
The mean hourly wage for veterinary assistants in New Mexico is $16.98 per hour.
Where does New Mexico rank for veterinary assistant pay?
New Mexico ranks #32 of 51 states by median veterinary assistant salary, with about 470 veterinary assistants employed.