How much does an explosives worker make in New Mexico?
$78,960a year
Median yearly pay for explosives workers in New Mexico. That is $37.96 an hour or $6,580 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.96
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 32
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,300Median: $78,960Highest 10%: $87,360
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,300 | $17.93 | |
| 25th | $45,810 | $22.02 | |
| Median | $78,960 | $37.96 | |
| 75th | $84,130 | $40.45 | |
| 90th | $87,360 | $42.00 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for explosives workers.
| 4. Wyoming | $85,070 |
| 5. Pennsylvania | $84,400 |
| 6. California | $80,370 |
| 7. New Mexico | $78,960 |
| 8. Tennessee | $74,190 |
| 9. Florida | $69,780 |
| 10. Colorado | $69,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an explosives worker make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $37.96 ($78,960 a year).
Do explosives workers make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $78,960 against $61,390 nationally, 29% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for explosives worker pay?
New Mexico ranks 7 of 32 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.