Social Worker Jobs in New Mexico
Across 55 live Social Worker listings in New Mexico, median advertised pay is $83K (75th percentile $120K), based on the 28 that state a salary; New Mexico ranks 18th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Gotham Enterprises (8), Fresenius Medical Care (4), Dialysis Clinic (3).
55+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 20, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 28 roles pay ~$83k median with 6.7/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
School Social Worker - School
TheraEd Staffing GroupEmployer score · SilverCarlsbad, NM
Master Social Worker - MSW
Fresenius Medical CareEspanola, NM
Special Operations Licensed Clinical Social Worker (27 SOW/Cannon AFB, NM) Sign-on Bonus Eligible
Special Operations Licensed Clinical Social Worker (27th SOW / Cannon AFB, NM) Sign-On Bonus Eligible
ASST FACILITY DIR, CLINICALPROGRAMS(LMHC, LPCC, LCSW OR LADAC)
GeogroupRemote
Home Health Medical Social Worker (Hospice)
La Vita BellaEmployer score · SilverNew Mexico
Mental Health Therapist - LCSW
Chrysalis HealthcareEmployer score · SilverAlbuquerque, NM
Licensed Social Worker - PRN Days
Three Crosses Regional HospitalNew Mexico
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
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Social Worker Pay in New Mexico: Live Market and State Comparison
Live social worker listings in New Mexico today, then New Mexico against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.
- Live listings
- 55
- Live median
- $83k
- 75th $120k · n=28
- 12-mo median
- $86k
- Pay rank
- #18 of 51
- Work-life
- 5.7/10 · #11
- 12-mo postings
- 152
Social Worker roles in New Mexico advertise $5k above the $81k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $122k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs NM | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Mexico (this page) | $86k | — | 5.7/10 | 152 |
| Wyoming#1 | $122k | +$36k | 5.9/10 | 20 |
| Oregon#2 | $105k | +$20k | 5.7/10 | 235 |
| Oklahomaborders | $91k | +$5k | 5.6/10 | 185 |
| Utahborders | $90k | +$4k | 5.4/10 | 201 |
| Coloradoborders | $81k | −$4k | 5.7/10 | 443 |
| Arizonaborders | $81k | −$5k | 5.7/10 | 375 |
| Texasborders | $77k | −$9k | 5.2/10 | 1360 |
“borders” = shares a border with New Mexico; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 20, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Gotham Enterprises (8), Fresenius Medical Care (4), Dialysis Clinic (3)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- BetterHelp (gold, 96/100), Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Social Worker jobs in New Mexico.
How much do social workers earn in New Mexico?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of social workers. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid social worker jobs available?
Yes — about 30% of current social workers listings offer remote or hybrid work. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which social worker jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every social worker role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. Among current listings, 45% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring social workers in New Mexico right now?
Employers currently hiring for social worker roles include Gotham Enterprises, KBR, Dialysis Clinic, TheraEd Staffing Group, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many social worker jobs in New Mexico are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 55 social workers positions in New Mexico listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Social Worker Jobs in New Mexico
Gotham Enterprises8 open roles here · WLB 96/100
- Fresenius Medical Care4 open roles here · WLB 74/100
Dialysis Clinic3 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Genesis Administrative Services2 open roles here · WLB 74/100
GreenLife Healthcare Staffing2 open roles here · WLB 73/100
Hospice of New Mexi2 open roles here · WLB 62/100Innov Age2 open roles here · WLB 62/100
KBR2 open roles here · WLB 76/100