BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in New Mexico earn between $29,870 and $48,310, with a mean of $37,990. The national average for this role is $40,331.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| New Mexico | $37,990 |
| National Average | $40,331 |
| District of Columbia | $55,760 |
| Massachusetts | $48,390 |
| California | $47,250 |
| Maine | $46,580 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. New Mexico. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.