NM · BLS OEWS 2024 · SOC 29-1122

Occupational Therapists Salary in New Mexico

Median Annual Salary $99,220 +1% above national average (national: $98,340)
$102,560Mean Annual
$48Median Hourly
860Employed in State

Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile

$99,220
$67,450
10th pct.
$139,150
90th pct.

Full Percentile Breakdown

PercentileAnnual WageHourly Wage
10th percentile (entry-level)$67,450$32.43
25th percentile$81,220$39.05
50th percentile (median)$99,220$47.70
75th percentile$125,340$60.26
90th percentile (top earners)$139,150$66.90
Mean (average)$102,560$49.31

How New Mexico Compares

StateMedian Annualvs. New Mexico
New Mexico (current) $99,220
California $119,470 +20%
Oregon $106,840 +8%
Nevada $104,770 +6%
Colorado $103,970 +5%
Oklahoma $103,510 +4%
New Jersey $103,340 +4%
Washington $102,360 +3%
Arizona $102,220 +3%

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Related Occupations in New Mexico

OccupationMedian AnnualEmployment
School Psychologists $100,100 540
General and Operations Managers $100,200 16,550
Labor Relations Specialists $100,420 230
Construction Managers $100,580 1,780
Physical Therapists $101,130 1,350
Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $101,870 2,090

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Occupational Therapists salary in New Mexico?

The mean occupational therapists salary in New Mexico is $102,560 per year. The median (middle) salary is $99,220 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.

What is the starting salary for a Occupational Therapists in New Mexico?

Entry-level occupational therapistss (10th percentile) in New Mexico typically earn around $67,450 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $81,220 per year.

What is the highest Occupational Therapists salary in New Mexico?

Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in New Mexico make approximately $139,150 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $125,340 per year.

How does the New Mexico Occupational Therapists salary compare to the national average?

The median occupational therapists salary in New Mexico is $99,220, which is +1% above national average of $98,340.

Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release. All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education, employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes