How much does a compensation make in New Mexico?
$83,540a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in New Mexico. That is $40.16 an hour or $6,962 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.16
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,240Median: $83,540Highest 10%: $153,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,240 | $26.56 | |
| 25th | $66,840 | $32.13 | |
| Median | $83,540 | $40.16 | |
| 75th | $106,200 | $51.06 | |
| 90th | $153,800 | $73.92 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Albuquerque, NM | $81,670 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for compensations.
| 5. District of Columbia | $86,710 |
| 6. Washington | $86,630 |
| 7. New Jersey | $85,040 |
| 8. New Mexico | $83,540 |
| 9. Oregon | $83,320 |
| 10. New York | $83,200 |
| 11. Connecticut | $83,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $40.16 ($83,540 a year).
Do compensations make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $83,540 against $78,210 nationally, 7% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for compensation pay?
New Mexico ranks 8 of 50 states.
Which city in New Mexico pays compensations the most?
Albuquerque, NM, with a median of $81,670 a year.
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.