Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Mexico | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $46,630 | $45,195 | +3% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.42 | $21.73 | +3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $50,575.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Pharmacy Technician in New Mexico is $46,630, or about $22.42 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Pharmacy Technicians is $45,195. New Mexico is +3% above the national median.
Entry-level pharmacy technicians in New Mexico typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,550 pharmacy technician jobs on record and a median salary of $46,630, New Mexico offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.