Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Mexico | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $139,920 | $140,258 | +0% |
| Median hourly wage | $67.27 | $67.43 | +0% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $151,757.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Physician Assistant in New Mexico is $139,920, or about $67.27 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Physician Assistants is $140,258. New Mexico is +0% above the national median.
Entry-level physician assistants in New Mexico typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 700 physician assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $139,920, New Mexico offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.