Nursing Assistant (CNA) pay in New Mexico
State median
Public data$17.02/hr
≈ $35,402/year full-time
Pay distribution in New Mexico
25th percentile
$16.23
per hour
Median
$17.02
per hour
75th percentile
$19.01
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do nursing assistant (cna)s make in New Mexico?
The median pay for nursing assistant (cna)s in New Mexico is $17.02/hr (about $35,402/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $16.23 and $19.01 per hour.
How does New Mexico compare to the national average for nursing assistant (cna)s?
New Mexico pays 6% below the national median of $18.11/hr for nursing assistant (cna)s. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.