Our data is based on an analysis of 64 recent job postings for Medical Administrative Assistants, Medical Office Assistants, and Medical Secretaries in Las Cruces.

Medical Administrative Assistant Salary in New Mexico by Cities

As of Mar 09, 2026, Las Cruces is ranked as the New Mexico for Medical Administrative Assistant salaries in New Mexico with an average salary of $14.6 per hour.

29.2

New York

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29.1

New York

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29.3

New York

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Santa Fe

20.99

/hr

Rio Rancho

17.8

/hr

Albuquerque

16.99

/hr

Belen

14.88

/hr

Las Cruces

14.6

/hr

CMAAs vs. Medical Administrative Assistants in Las Cruces

Certified Medical Administrative Assistants (CMAA) in New Mexico earn higher average salaries than those who are only registered

Most employers prefer Certified Medical Administrative Assistants, who have completed a training program and passed a certification exam

Certification in Las Cruces can be completed in only a few months, and it can be done online

Highest Paying Medical Administrative Assistant Specializations in Las Cruces

Discover how Medical Administrative Assistant salaries vary depending on your workplace and specialty.

primary care

16.54

/hr

16.54

/hr

billing

16.21

/hr

16.21

/hr

family medicine

15.99

/hr

15.99

/hr

urgent care

15.58

/hr

15.58

/hr

dermatology

15.32

/hr

15.32

/hr

scheduling

15.12

/hr

15.12

/hr

reception

15.09

/hr

15.09

/hr

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Job Openings

Integrative Medical Center of NM

Medical Office Assistant - Willing to Train

Full Time

17.5

/hr

Las Cruces

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Three Crosses Regional Hospital

Medical Receptionist- Ortho - FT

Full Time

Las Cruces

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CARLOS A CADENA, DPM PC

Receptionist Medical

Full Time

14.5

/hr

Las Cruces

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Elite Specialized Services

Medical Receptionist

Full Time

/hr

Las Cruces

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Healthy Start Pediatrics LLC

Medical Receptionist

Full Time

/hr

Las Cruces

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Become a Medical Administrative Assistant

Our 3-month, 100% online medical administrative assistant program prepares you to take the NHA's CMAA exam. We offer career coaching and job support services to help you land a full-time job after you earn your certification.

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3-Month Course | 100% Online Classes

Prep for your National NHA CMAA Certification

No Clinical Hours Required

1:1 Support from Enrollment to Employment