How much does a community health worker make in New Mexico?
$54,830a year
Median yearly pay for community health workers in New Mexico. That is $26.36 an hour or $4,569 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.36
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 610
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,210Median: $54,830Highest 10%: $73,110
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,210 | $18.37 | |
| 25th | $48,830 | $23.48 | |
| Median | $54,830 | $26.36 | |
| 75th | $62,380 | $29.99 | |
| 90th | $73,110 | $35.15 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Albuquerque, NM | $58,290 |
| Las Cruces, NM | $49,650 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for community health workers.
| 11. New Jersey | $55,790 |
| 12. Utah | $55,700 |
| 13. Massachusetts | $55,560 |
| 14. New Mexico | $54,830 |
| 15. Wyoming | $54,020 |
| 16. Connecticut | $53,560 |
| 17. Oregon | $53,350 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a community health worker make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $26.36 ($54,830 a year).
Do community health workers make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $54,830 against $51,850 nationally, 6% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for community health worker pay?
New Mexico ranks 14 of 51 states.
Which city in New Mexico pays community health workers the most?
Albuquerque, NM, with a median of $58,290 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.