Optometrist Salary in New Mexico
Based on 140+ workers in New Mexico
Data year: 2024 · Last updated: May 2026
Median Annual Salary (NM)
$154,630
$74.341/hr
vs National Average
$131,624
+17.5% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$94K – $186K
140 employed in New Mexico
Salary Distribution — Optometrist in New Mexico
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $94,310 |
| 25th percentile | $107,750 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $154,630 |
| 75th percentile | $172,270 |
| 90th percentile | $185,820 |
Historical Salary Trend — Optometrist in New Mexico vs National
| Year | Median Salary (United States) |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $155,060 |
| 2024 | $154,630 |
| Year | New Mexico Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $155,060 | $129,589 |
| 2024 | $154,630 | $131,624 |