Massage Therapist salary in New Mexico
What massage therapists earn in New Mexico and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$37,840$18.19 per hour
vs U.S.−35%U.S. median $58,450
Middle half earn$36,440 – $49,050Top 10%: $91,730+
Jobs3600.66× the U.S. concentration
Massage Therapist pay in New Mexico cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, NM | $36,440 | $17.52 | 240 |
| Santa Fe, NM | $47,390 | $22.79 | 50 |
Hospitals and jobs in New Mexico
Massage Therapist pay in similar states
West Virginia · $46,600 California · $45,970 Mississippi · $40,490 Arkansas · $39,990 Oklahoma · $36,630 Louisiana · $36,480
Other healthcare salaries in New Mexico
Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $28,520 Registered Nurses · $94,340 Medical Assistants · $39,230 Nursing Assistants · $39,390 Pharmacy Technicians · $46,630 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $59,330 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $47,360 Dental Assistants · $44,400 Physicians, All Other · $327,670 Nurse Practitioners · $137,520 Pharmacists · $147,000 Dental Hygienists · $95,940
Questions
How much does a massage therapist make in New Mexico?
Massage Therapists in New Mexico earned a median of $37,840 a year ($18.19 an hour) in May 2025, 35% less than the national median of $58,450. The middle half earned $36,440 to $49,050.
Where in New Mexico do massage therapists earn the most?
Among areas in New Mexico, pay was highest in Santa Fe, NM at $47,390.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.