New Mexico Per Diem Rates (FY2026)
New Mexico has 4 GSA non-standard per diem areas for FY2026. Everywhere else uses the standard $178/day rate ($110 lodging + $68 M&IE). The most expensive is Santa Fe — up to $167/night lodging in March plus $80/day M&IE.
| Area | M&IE / day | Lodging / night | Peak month |
|---|---|---|---|
| AlbuquerqueBernalillo | $80 | $144 | flat |
| CarlsbadEddy | $74 | $155 | flat |
| Santa FeSanta Fe | $80 | $122–$167 | Mar |
| TaosTaos | $74 | $128 | flat |
| All other New Mexico locationsstandard rate | $68 | $110 | flat |
Estimated trip cost
A 4-night business trip to Santa Fe — New Mexico's most expensive per diem area — in March totals $1,028: $668 lodging (4 nights) + $360 M&IE (5 days, first & last day at 75%). Santa Fe month-by-month rates →
Book within the New Mexico lodging cap
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New Mexico per diem FAQ
- What is the per diem rate in New Mexico?
- New Mexico has 4 GSA non-standard per diem areas with their own rates for FY2026. Everywhere else in New Mexico uses the standard CONUS rate of $178 per day: $110 for lodging plus $68 for meals & incidental expenses (M&IE).
- What is the meal reimbursement (M&IE) rate in New Mexico?
- Meal reimbursement in New Mexico ranges from $68 to $80 per day for FY2026, depending on the area. The first and last day of travel reimburse at 75% of the daily M&IE rate.