How much does a healthcare social worker make in Santa Fe?
$73,610a year
Median yearly pay for healthcare social workers in the Santa Fe, NM metro area. That is $35.39 an hour or $6,134 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.39
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 91 of 374
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,190Median: $73,610Highest 10%: $102,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,190 | $17.88 | |
| 25th | $45,930 | $22.08 | |
| Median | $73,610 | $35.39 | |
| 75th | $81,680 | $39.27 | |
| 90th | $102,000 | $49.02 |
Other cities in New Mexico
Median yearly pay for healthcare social workers.
| Las Cruces, NM | $65,890 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $65,200 |
Related jobs in Santa Fe
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Educational | $75,400 |
| Substance Abuse | $74,100 |
| Health Education Specialist | $59,430 |
| Child | $52,740 |
| Social and Human Service Assistant | $48,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a healthcare social worker make an hour in Santa Fe?
The median hourly pay in the Santa Fe, NM metro area is $35.39 ($73,610 a year).
Do healthcare social workers make more in Santa Fe than the national average?
Yes: $73,610 against $67,880 nationally, 8% more.
How does Santa Fe compare with the rest of New Mexico?
The median in New Mexico is $65,930, so Santa Fe pays 12% more.
Where does Santa Fe rank for healthcare social worker pay?
91 of 374 metro areas with data.
How much does a healthcare social worker make starting out in Santa Fe?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,190 or less a year; the top 10% make $102,000 or more.
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.