How much does a continuous mining machine operator make in New Mexico?
$48,900a year
Median yearly pay for continuous mining machine operators in New Mexico. That is $23.51 an hour or $4,075 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.51
- Vs. national median
- -21%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,630Median: $48,900Highest 10%: $61,850
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,630 | $18.57 | |
| 25th | $42,730 | $20.54 | |
| Median | $48,900 | $23.51 | |
| 75th | $59,170 | $28.45 | |
| 90th | $61,850 | $29.74 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for continuous mining machine operators.
| 20. Nebraska | $51,760 |
| 21. Kentucky | $50,020 |
| 22. Texas | $48,950 |
| 23. New Mexico | $48,900 |
| 24. Arkansas | $47,890 |
| 25. Missouri | $47,280 |
| 26. Oklahoma | $46,980 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a continuous mining machine operator make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $23.51 ($48,900 a year).
Do continuous mining machine operators make more in New Mexico than the national average?
No: $48,900 against $61,810 nationally, 21% less.
Where does New Mexico rank for continuous mining machine operator pay?
New Mexico ranks 23 of 27 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.