Anesthesiologist Salary in New Mexico: $466,416 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across New Mexico's 17 metropolitan areas, the average median anesthesiologist pay sits at $466,416/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-1211. Because New Mexico sits at BEA RPP 94.4 (6% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $494,085 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Albuquerque ($472,094), Las Cruces ($447,870), Rio Rancho ($446,189).
In New Mexico, the average median salary for anesthesiologists in 2026 is projected to be $466,416, which represents a 14.0% increase compared to the national median of $409,107. The highest-paying city in the state is Albuquerque, where anesthesiologists can earn around $493,338, while the lowest-paying city is Taos, with a projected salary of $416,748. This salary gap is influenced by various factors, including cost of living, demand for anesthesiology services, and the availability of healthcare facilities in urban versus rural areas. New Mexico’s specific factors, such as state licensing requirements and scope of practice laws, also impact job opportunities for anesthesiologists. The ongoing demand for trained professionals in this field is driven by an aging population and an increasing number of surgical procedures. With a projected annual growth rate of 4.50%, the job market for anesthesiologists in New Mexico is expected to strengthen, offering stable employment prospects. The top five cities for salary projections include Las Cruces at $468,024, Rio Rancho at $466,268, Santa Fe at $457,393, and Farmington at $446,466, reflecting the state's dynamic healthcare landscape.
New Mexico Anesthesiologist Salary Range
Overall salary range in New Mexico: $241,714 (lowest entry-level) to $759,676 (highest top earner)
New Mexico vs National Average
New Mexico anesthesiologists earn 14.01% more than the national median (+$57,309/year difference).
New Mexico Anesthesiologist Salary Distribution (2026)
Anesthesiologist salaries in New Mexico range from $270,521 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $681,622 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $466,416. The New Mexico median is $57,309 above the US national median of $409,107. The average hourly rate is $224.24/hr. Approximately 257 anesthesiologists are employed across 17 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$342,736
2025 BLS Actual
$446,331
2026 Current Est.
$466,416
2019–2027 Growth
+42.2%
Salary Trajectory for Anesthesiologists in New Mexico (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 4.50% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $342,736 | Actual |
| 2020 | $358,159 | Actual |
| 2021 | $374,276 | Actual |
| 2022 | $391,118 | Actual |
| 2023 | $408,719 | Actual |
| 2024 | $340,179 | Actual |
| 2025 | $446,331 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $466,416 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $487,405 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the New Mexico metropolitan area, the median anesthesiologist salary grew 30.2% from $342,736 (2019) to $446,331 (2025). At a 4.50% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $487,405 by 2027 — a total increase of $144,669 (42.21%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the New Mexico metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 4.50% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in New Mexico
Lowest Paying Cities in New Mexico
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Taos | $416,748 |
| Los Alamos | $417,532 |
| Los Lunas | $421,041 |
| Las Vegas | $421,109 |
| Gallup | $421,177 |
Best Value Cities for Anesthesiologists in New Mexico
When adjusted for local cost of living, these New Mexico cities offer the most purchasing power for anesthesiologists.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | $493,338 | 94.4 | $522,604 |
| Las Cruces | $468,024 | 94.4 | $495,788 |
| Rio Rancho | $466,268 | 94.4 | $493,928 |
| Santa Fe | $457,393 | 94.4 | $484,526 |
| Farmington | $446,466 | 94.4 | $472,951 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in New Mexico
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $270,521 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $466,416 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $681,622 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across New Mexico metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 17 Cities in New Mexico
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Albuquerque | $493,338 |
| 2 | Las Cruces | $468,024 |
| 3 | Rio Rancho | $466,268 |
| 4 | Santa Fe | $457,393 |
| 5 | Farmington | $446,466 |
| 6 | Roswell | $444,391 |
| 7 | Alamogordo | $440,735 |
| 8 | Hobbs | $440,489 |
| 9 | South Valley | $438,696 |
| 10 | Clovis | $430,190 |
| 11 | Carlsbad | $429,521 |
| 12 | Deming | $422,676 |
| 13 | Gallup | $421,177 |
| 14 | Las Vegas | $421,109 |
| 15 | Los Lunas | $421,041 |
| 16 | Los Alamos | $417,532 |
| 17 | Taos | $416,748 |
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Written by Dr. Maria Chen, MD
Career Analyst
Dr. Chen has over 10 years of experience in anesthesiology. She specializes in perioperative care at a major metropolitan hospital.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 4.50% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 anesthesiologist compensation across New Mexico. State averages are employment-weighted across 17 metro areas — larger metro areas with more anesthesiologistscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 2-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.50%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for anesthesiologists (SOC 29-1211).
Compiled and verified by Dr. Maria Chen, MD, a licensed anesthesiologist with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov