How much does a cook make in New Mexico?
$37,150a year
Median yearly pay for cooks in New Mexico. That is $17.86 an hour or $3,096 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.86
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 750
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,240Median: $37,150Highest 10%: $45,010
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,240 | $14.06 | |
| 25th | $33,130 | $15.93 | |
| Median | $37,150 | $17.86 | |
| 75th | $39,290 | $18.89 | |
| 90th | $45,010 | $21.64 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Albuquerque, NM | $38,860 |
| Santa Fe, NM | $37,820 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for cooks.
| 17. Alaska | $37,780 |
| 18. Nevada | $37,780 |
| 19. Illinois | $37,440 |
| 20. New Mexico | $37,150 |
| 21. Maryland | $36,800 |
| 22. New York | $35,550 |
| 23. Maine | $35,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cook make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $17.86 ($37,150 a year).
Do cooks make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $37,150 against $35,880 nationally, 4% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for cook pay?
New Mexico ranks 20 of 49 states.
Which city in New Mexico pays cooks the most?
Albuquerque, NM, with a median of $38,860 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.