How much does an optometrist make in New Mexico?
$144,700a year
Median yearly pay for optometrists in New Mexico. That is $69.55 an hour or $12,060 a month.
- Hourly
- $69.55
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $88,160Median: $144,700Highest 10%: $203,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $88,160 | $42.38 | |
| 25th | $109,300 | $52.53 | |
| Median | $144,700 | $69.55 | |
| 75th | $178,100 | $85.61 | |
| 90th | $203,000 | $97.59 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Albuquerque, NM | $165,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for optometrists.
| 15. South Carolina | $146,000 |
| 16. Illinois | $145,600 |
| 17. Alabama | $145,100 |
| 18. New Mexico | $144,700 |
| 19. Wisconsin | $139,700 |
| 20. Kansas | $138,600 |
| 21. Vermont | $137,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an optometrist make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $69.55 ($144,700 a year).
Do optometrists make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $144,700 against $136,600 nationally, 6% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for optometrist pay?
New Mexico ranks 18 of 51 states.
Which city in New Mexico pays optometrists the most?
Albuquerque, NM, with a median of $165,800 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.