"How long does it take to become a hemodialysis technician in New Mexico?"

"Most paths into the hemodialysis technician field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both."

"Do hemodialysis technicians need a license in New Mexico?"

"Yes. New Mexico requires state-level licensing or registration for hemodialysis technicians, administered by the New Mexico Board of Nursing. See the licensing section above for credential types and current requirements."

"What apprenticeships are available for hemodialysis technicians in New Mexico?"

"In New Mexico, registered apprenticeships are administered through the New Mexico Office of Apprenticeship, which works with employers and trade union locals to register programs. See the apprenticeship section above for office contact details."

How to Become A Hemodialysis Technician in New Mexico

Q: "How much do hemodialysis technicians earn in New Mexico?"

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), hemodialysis technicians in New Mexico earned a median annual wage of approximately $44,260 (using the related \"Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other\" BLS category, since hemodialysis technician wages are not tracked separately). Employment concentration in New Mexico is roughly 0.78 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole."

Q: "What is the job outlook for hemodialysis technicians in New Mexico?"

"New Mexico currently employs approximately 800 workers in the related \"Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other\" BLS category, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 5.2% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034."

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

New Mexico health technologists and technicians, all other earn a median annual wage of $44,260 ($21.28/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 800 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately -12.0% below the national median of $50,290 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $44,260 ($21.28/hr)
25th percentile: $37,320 per year
75th percentile: $54,410 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $70,590 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $34,520 per year
Workers employed in New Mexico: 800
Versus national median: -12.0% below the U.S. median of $50,290
Job concentration: Location quotient 0.78 - this occupation is less concentrated in New Mexico than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed June 8, 2026.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, New Mexico employs approximately 800 workers in the related “Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other” category (SOC 29-2099), with a median annual wage of $44,260 ¹. Nationally, employment in this category is projected to grow 5.2% from 2024 to 2034, with about 13,600 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a hemodialysis technician in New Mexico, including certification options, training programs, and salary data.

A note on salary data: The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not track hemodialysis technician salaries as a separate category. The wage figures on this page are based on the closest matching BLS classification: Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other (SOC 29-2099). Actual hemodialysis technician earnings may vary.

Quick Answers About Becoming A Hemodialysis Technician in New Mexico

How do I become a hemodialysis technician in New Mexico? New Mexico requires credentials such as Hemodialysis Technicians. The licensing authority is the New Mexico Board of Nursing ³. You also need to complete an approved training program or apprenticeship.

How long does it take? Most paths take 1 to 5 years depending on whether you choose trade school, an apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

Do I need a license in New Mexico? Yes. New Mexico has licensing or registration requirements for hemodialysis technicians. The New Mexico Board of Nursing oversees licensing ³. See the licensing section below for details.

What do hemodialysis technicians earn in New Mexico? The BLS does not track hemodialysis technician wages separately. Based on the related “Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other” category, the median annual wage in New Mexico is $44,260, with entry-level wages around $34,520 and experienced workers earning $70,590 or more ¹.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Licensing authority: New Mexico Board of Nursing
Median wage (New Mexico): $44,260 per year (based on related “Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other” category) ¹
Exam requirement: Third-party exam required

Hemodialysis Technician License Requirements in New Mexico

The New Mexico Board of Nursing oversees hemodialysis technician licensing in New Mexico ³.

License Types

License	Requirements
Hemodialysis Technicians	Certification as a Hemodialysis Technicians. Hemodialysis technicians performs board functions related to the direct care of individuals receiving hemodialysis.

Additional Requirements

Background check: Background check required
Exam: Third-party exam required
Experience: Affidavit or referral required

License information sourced from CareerOneStop ⁴.

Hemodialysis Technician Wages by Metro Area in New Mexico

Note: The BLS does not track hemodialysis technician wages separately. The data below is based on the closest matching category: Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other (SOC 29-2099).

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 OES data), health technologists and technicians, all other wages in New Mexico vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Albuquerque	410	$47,130	$53,290	$36,610	$84,820
Las Cruces	90	$43,630	$44,760	$31,300	$58,180
Farmington	80	$38,850	$40,940	$34,320	$45,940

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Top Metros for Hemodialysis technicians in New Mexico

The metropolitan areas listed below report the highest hemodialysis technician employment within New Mexico according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025).

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Albuquerque	410	$47,130
Las Cruces	90	$43,630
Farmington	80	$38,850

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for hemodialysis technicians in New Mexico? New Mexico employs approximately 800 workers in the related “Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other” category ¹. Nationally, employment in this category is projected to grow 5.2% from 2024 to 2034 ².

Can I work as a hemodialysis technician in New Mexico with an out-of-state license? Contact the New Mexico Board of Nursing for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

What training programs are available in New Mexico? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for accredited programs in New Mexico.

How much do hemodialysis technicians earn in New Mexico compared to the national average? The median annual wage for hemodialysis technicians in New Mexico is $44,260 (based on the related “Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other” category), which is $4,530 below the national median of $48,790 according to BLS data ¹.

Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎
New Mexico Board of Nursing - Licensing Information: https://www.bon.nm.gov ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
CareerOneStop - Licensed Occupations: https://www.careeronestop.org/Toolkit/Training/find-licenses.aspx ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)