salary$39,950 a year$19 an hour · median pay in the Albuquerque, NM area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,240per year
Top pay (top 10%)$49,000per year
Jobs in the area2,110people work this job
Can a nursing assistant afford Albuquerque?
Expensive. Rent of $1,401 a month takes 42.1% of the median nursing assistant salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing assistant make in Albuquerque, NM?
The median pay for a nursing assistant in the Albuquerque, NM area is $39,950 a year ($19 an hour). Most earn between $35,240 and $49,000.
Can a nursing assistant afford to live in Albuquerque?
Typical rent of $1,401 a month takes 42.1% of the median nursing assistant salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Albuquerque, NM metro area.