How much does a chemical plant and system operator make in New Mexico?
$72,610a year
Median yearly pay for chemical plant and system operators in New Mexico. That is $34.91 an hour or $6,051 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.91
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 35
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $70,190Median: $72,610Highest 10%: $75,350
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $70,190 | $33.75 | |
| 25th | $72,610 | $34.91 | |
| Median | $72,610 | $34.91 | |
| 75th | $73,730 | $35.45 | |
| 90th | $75,350 | $36.23 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical plant and system operators.
| 12. Massachusetts | $83,710 |
| 13. Idaho | $82,980 |
| 14. West Virginia | $81,710 |
| 15. New Mexico | $72,610 |
| 16. Michigan | $72,430 |
| 17. Mississippi | $71,080 |
| 18. Pennsylvania | $70,110 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical plant and system operator make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $34.91 ($72,610 a year).
Do chemical plant and system operators make more in New Mexico than the national average?
No: $72,610 against $78,120 nationally, 7% less.
Where does New Mexico rank for chemical plant and system operator pay?
New Mexico ranks 15 of 35 states.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.