How much does a social worker make in New Mexico?
$90,820a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in New Mexico. That is $43.66 an hour or $7,568 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.66
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,000Median: $90,820Highest 10%: $114,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,000 | $26.44 | |
| 25th | $67,850 | $32.62 | |
| Median | $90,820 | $43.66 | |
| 75th | $107,500 | $51.68 | |
| 90th | $114,800 | $55.20 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Albuquerque, NM | $90,310 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social workers.
| 14. Virginia | $92,930 |
| 15. Mississippi | $91,560 |
| 16. Iowa | $91,170 |
| 17. New Mexico | $90,820 |
| 18. Idaho | $88,610 |
| 19. Kentucky | $85,160 |
| 20. Indiana | $84,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $43.66 ($90,820 a year).
Do social workers make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $90,820 against $71,900 nationally, 26% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for social worker pay?
New Mexico ranks 17 of 50 states.
Which city in New Mexico pays social workers the most?
Albuquerque, NM, with a median of $90,310 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.