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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Clinical Quality Manager in New Mexico is $107,956 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.
However, a Clinical Quality Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Clinical Quality Manager Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $116,536 | $9,711 | $2,241 | $56 |
| Average | $107,956 | $8,996 | $2,076 | $52 |
| 25th Percentile | $96,404 | $8,034 | $1,854 | $46 |
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A Clinical Quality Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Clinical Quality Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Clinical Quality Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 30% above the average. Conversely, Clinical Quality Manager positions in Insurance typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Clinical Quality Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $140,343 | $67.0 | 30% |
Understanding how a Clinical Quality Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $116,536 | $9,711 | $2,241 | $56 |
| Average | $107,956 | $8,996 | $2,076 | $52 |
| 25th Percentile | $96,404 | $8,034 | $1,854 | $46 |
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