How much does a physical therapist make in Santa Fe?
$124,900a year
Median yearly pay for physical therapists in the Santa Fe, NM metro area. That is $60.03 an hour or $10,410 a month.
- Hourly
- $60.03
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among cities
- 15 of 389
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $97,570Median: $124,900Highest 10%: $152,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $97,570 | $46.91 | |
| 25th | $103,300 | $49.68 | |
| Median | $124,900 | $60.03 | |
| 75th | $142,400 | $68.47 | |
| 90th | $152,300 | $73.24 |
Other cities in New Mexico
Median yearly pay for physical therapists.
| Las Cruces, NM | $120,400 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $103,500 |
| Farmington, NM | $98,260 |
Related jobs in Santa Fe
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Family Medicine Physician | $345,100 |
| Physician | $234,800 |
| Dentist | $155,000 |
| Pharmacist | $150,600 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $144,300 |
| Veterinarian | $129,400 |
| Physician Assistant | $127,700 |
| Occupational Therapist | $112,200 |
| Registered Nurse | $100,800 |
| Dental Hygienist | $99,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physical therapist make an hour in Santa Fe?
The median hourly pay in the Santa Fe, NM metro area is $60.03 ($124,900 a year).
Do physical therapists make more in Santa Fe than the national average?
Yes: $124,900 against $102,800 nationally, 22% more.
How does Santa Fe compare with the rest of New Mexico?
The median in New Mexico is $106,900, so Santa Fe pays 17% more.
Where does Santa Fe rank for physical therapist pay?
15 of 389 metro areas with data.
How much does a physical therapist make starting out in Santa Fe?
The lowest-paid 10% make $97,570 or less a year; the top 10% make $152,300 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.