How much does a forest and conservation worker make in New Mexico?
$36,370a year
Median yearly pay for forest and conservation workers in New Mexico. That is $17.49 an hour or $3,031 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.49
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 30
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,530Median: $36,370Highest 10%: $40,690
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,530 | $16.60 | |
| 25th | $34,950 | $16.80 | |
| Median | $36,370 | $17.49 | |
| 75th | $40,690 | $19.56 | |
| 90th | $40,690 | $19.56 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for forest and conservation workers.
| 18. Missouri | $37,170 |
| 19. Florida | $36,780 |
| 20. Wisconsin | $36,420 |
| 21. New Mexico | $36,370 |
| 22. Nevada | $35,760 |
| 23. Georgia | $34,150 |
| 24. Connecticut | $34,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forest and conservation worker make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $17.49 ($36,370 a year).
Do forest and conservation workers make more in New Mexico than the national average?
No: $36,370 against $43,680 nationally, 17% less.
Where does New Mexico rank for forest and conservation worker pay?
New Mexico ranks 21 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.