Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Mexico | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $106,880 | $104,506 | +2% |
| Median hourly wage | $51.38 | $50.24 | +2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $115,922.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | $89,739 | $70,200 | $103,500 | 94 |
The median annual salary for a Physical Therapist in New Mexico is $106,880, or about $51.38 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physical Therapists is $104,506. New Mexico is +2% above the national median.
Entry-level physical therapists in New Mexico typically earn from $70,200 depending on the city and employer.
With 1,330 physical therapist jobs on record and a median salary of $106,880, New Mexico offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.