Optometrist Salary in New Mexico
Based on 130+ workers in New Mexico
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: June 2026
Median Annual Salary (NM)
$144,660
$69.548/hr
vs National Average
$136,108
+6.3% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$88K – $203K
130 employed in New Mexico
Salary Distribution — Optometrist in New Mexico
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $88,160 |
| 25th percentile | $109,260 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $144,660 |
| 75th percentile | $178,060 |
| 90th percentile | $202,980 |
Historical Salary Trend — Optometrist in New Mexico vs National
| Year | Median Salary (United States) |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $155,060 |
| 2024 | $154,630 |
| 2025 | $144,660 |
| Year | New Mexico Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $155,060 | $129,589 |
| 2024 | $154,630 | $131,624 |
| 2025 | $144,660 | $136,108 |