Psychiatric Nurse Salary Guide: New Mexico

Average Psychiatric Nurse Salary

$45.94/hour

The average salary for a Psychiatric Nurse in New Mexico is $45.94 per hour. This is 20% higher than the US average of $36.87.

Last updated on February 25, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Psychiatric Nurse salaries in New Mexico compared to National Averages

$45.94/hour

New Mexico

20% higher than the US average.

$36.87/hour

United States

How does the pay for Psychiatric Nurses in New Mexico compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Texas$32$50
Colorado$31$46
Oklahoma$30$35

Last updated on February 25, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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