Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Mexico | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $55,530 | $61,458 | -10% |
| Median hourly wage | $26.70 | $29.55 | -10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $60,228.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Paramedic in New Mexico is $55,530, or about $26.70 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Paramedics is $61,458. New Mexico is -10% below the national median.
Entry-level paramedics in New Mexico typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 810 paramedic jobs on record and a median salary of $55,530, New Mexico offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.