How to Become a Radiology Technician in New Mexico (2026)

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

New Mexico employs about 1,150 radiology technicians earning a median $79,940 a year (BLS OEWS, May 2025). Training as a Radiology Technician here means completing a JRCERT-accredited radiography program, ARRT(R), and state radiologic technologist licensure where required, then applying through New Mexico Environment Department - Radiation Control Bureau - EIB.

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New Mexico employs approximately 1,150 radiology technicians according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $79,940 1. Nationally, radiology technician employment is projected to grow 4.3% from 2024 to 2034, with about 12,900 openings per year 2. This page covers how to become a Radiology Technician in New Mexico, including licensing requirements, training programs, and salary data.

At a Glance

Quick Answers About How to Become a Radiology Technician in New Mexico

How to become a Radiology Technician in New Mexico? Complete a JRCERT-accredited radiography program, ARRT(R), and state radiologic technologist licensure where required. Apply through New Mexico Environment Department - Radiation Control Bureau - EIB.

How long does it take? Most people finish a JRCERT-accredited radiography program, ARRT(R), and state radiologic technologist licensure where required. Confirm current hour totals with the program and New Mexico Environment Department - Radiation Control Bureau - EIB.

Do I need a license in New Mexico? Yes. New Mexico credentials this role through New Mexico Environment Department - Radiation Control Bureau - EIB 3. See the licensing section below.

What do radiology technicians earn in New Mexico? The median annual wage for radiology technicians in New Mexico is $79,940 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $59,560 and experienced professionals can earn $104,120 or more 1.

How to Become a Radiology Technician in New Mexico

  1. Meet program entry rules. Radiography programs in New Mexico typically require a high school diploma or GED. Confirm prerequisites with the program.
  2. Complete a JRCERT-accredited radiography program. Finish a JRCERT-accredited radiography program in New Mexico. This is not a registered apprenticeship.
  3. Pass ARRT(R). Pass the ARRT radiography exam. Some states accept ARRT in lieu of a separate state exam.
  4. Apply for state licensure where required. Apply for the state radiologic technologist credential where required. Confirm fluoroscopy or CRT rules with New Mexico Environment Department - Radiation Control Bureau - EIB.

Steps and hour totals vary by credential level; confirm current requirements with the state board before you apply.

Radiology Technician License Requirements in New Mexico

Radiologic technologists in New Mexico typically complete a JRCERT-accredited program, pass ARRT(R), and obtain a state CRT or equivalent where required. See New Mexico Environment Department - Radiation Control Bureau - EIB 3.

Typical path

  1. Meet program entry rules.

  2. Complete a JRCERT-accredited radiography program.

  3. Pass ARRT(R).

  4. Apply to New Mexico Environment Department - Radiation Control Bureau - EIB for CRT or the state equivalent when required.

Hour totals, fees, and reciprocity rules change. Confirm current requirements with New Mexico Environment Department - Radiation Control Bureau - EIB before you enroll.

Radiology Technician Wages by Metro Area in New Mexico

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians Wages by Metro Area in New Mexico

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

Metro AreaEmploymentMedian Annual WageAvg. Annual WageEntry Level
(10th pctile)		Experienced
(90th pctile)
Albuquerque600$79,940$81,050$61,510$105,350
Las Cruces70$75,800$71,010$50,710$90,800
Santa Fe60$86,000$90,220$61,040$125,500

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 .

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for radiology technicians in New Mexico? New Mexico currently employs approximately 1,150 radiology technicians 1. Nationally, radiology technician employment is projected to grow 4.3% from 2024 to 2034 2.

Can I work as a radiology technician in New Mexico with an out-of-state license? Contact the New Mexico Environment Department - Radiation Control Bureau - EIB for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

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

How much do radiology technicians earn in New Mexico compared to the national average? The median annual wage for radiology technicians in New Mexico is $79,940, which is $2,280 above the national median of $77,660 according to BLS data 1.

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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

  1. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎

  2. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎

  3. New Mexico Environment Department - Radiation Control Bureau - EIB - Licensing Information: https://www.env.nm.gov/opf/environmental-improvement-board/ ↩︎ ↩︎

Data sources

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

DataProviderVintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)U.S. Bureau of Labor StatisticsMay 2025
Employment ProjectionsU.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data SystemNational Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)U.S. Department of Educationlatest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)U.S. Department of Educationlatest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirementsCareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programsCareerOneStop / 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)