Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Mexico | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $129,390 | $132,782 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $62.21 | $63.84 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $140,336.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Veterinarian in New Mexico is $129,390, or about $62.21 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Veterinarians is $132,782. New Mexico is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level veterinarians in New Mexico typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 460 veterinarian jobs on record and a median salary of $129,390, New Mexico offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.