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Opticians, Dispensing average salary by city in New Mexico
- Santa Fe$45,850
- Albuquerque$45,460
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe | $45,850 | $40,200 | $38,130 | $38,016 | 99 |
| Albuquerque | $45,460 | $39,230 | $36,360 | $37,720 | 96 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Opticians, Dispensing salary in other states
More about pay in New Mexico
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 29-2081.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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