Surgeon Salary in New Mexico
Based on 150+ workers in New Mexico
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NM)
$363,940
$174.97/hr
vs National Average
$377,583
-3.6% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$136K – $529K
150 employed in New Mexico
Salary Distribution — Surgeon in New Mexico
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $136,160 |
| 25th percentile | $138,030 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $363,940 |
| 75th percentile | $528,640 |
| 90th percentile | $528,640 |
Top-Paying Industries for Surgeon (U.S.)
Which industries pay Surgeons the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Surgeons in New Mexico tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $414,010 | 23K |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $172,830 | 40 |
| Educational Services | $102,620 | 2K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Surgeon in New Mexico vs National
| Year | Median Salary (New Mexico) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $363,940 |
| 2026 (projected) | $374,858 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | New Mexico Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $363,940 | $377,583 |
| 2026 (projected) | $374,858 | $388,910 |
Surgeon Salary by Experience Level in New Mexico
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $138,030 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $363,940 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $528,640 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $528,640 |
Surgeon Salary in Other States
Related Surgeon Salaries in New Mexico
How other high-demand occupations in New Mexico compare to Surgeon ($363,940 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Surgeon | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency Medicine Physician in NM | $405,130 | +11.3% | $194.77/hr |
| Anesthesiologist in NM | $393,970 | +8.3% | $189.41/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in NM | $259,990 | -28.6% | $125.00/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in NM | $228,040 | -37.3% | $109.63/hr |
| Psychiatrist in NM | $227,730 | -37.4% | $109.49/hr |
| Podiatrist in NM | $202,690 | -44.3% | $97.45/hr |
| Pediatrician in NM | $202,390 | -44.4% | $97.30/hr |
| Dentist in NM | $155,260 | -57.3% | $74.64/hr |
| Pharmacist in NM | $147,000 | -59.6% | $70.67/hr |
| Optometrist in NM | $144,660 | -60.3% | $69.55/hr |
| Physician Assistant in NM | $139,920 | -61.6% | $67.27/hr |
| Nurse Practitioner in NM | $137,520 | -62.2% | $66.12/hr |