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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Medical Coder Specialist in New Mexico is $51,898 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.
However, a Medical Coder Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Medical Coder Specialist Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $56,536 | $4,711 | $1,087 | $27 |
| Average | $51,898 | $4,325 | $998 | $25 |
| 25th Percentile | $47,426 | $3,952 | $912 | $23 |
ClearSky Health - Albuquerque, NM
ClearSky Health - Albuquerque, NM
Southwest Womens Oncology/Optimum - Albuquerque, NM
Del Valle Physical Therapy & Hand Therapy - Las Cruces, NM
A Medical Coder Specialist'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Medical Coder Specialist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Medical Coder Specialist | $49,848 |
| Intermediate Level Medical Coder Specialist | $50,159 |
| Senior Level Medical Coder Specialist | $51,153 |
| Specialist Level Medical Coder Specialist | $53,104 |
| Expert Level Medical Coder Specialist | $55,492 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Medical Coder Specialists. 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:
Understanding how a Medical Coder Specialist'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 | $56,536 | $4,711 | $1,087 | $27 |
| Average | $51,898 | $4,325 | $998 | $25 |
| 25th Percentile | $47,426 | $3,952 | $912 | $23 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Medical Coder Specialist job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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