How much does a materials engineer make in New Mexico?
$165,600a year
Median yearly pay for materials engineers in New Mexico. That is $79.62 an hour or $13,800 a month.
- Hourly
- $79.62
- Vs. national median
- +47%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $126,600Median: $165,600Highest 10%: $204,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $126,600 | $60.88 | |
| 25th | $160,300 | $77.09 | |
| Median | $165,600 | $79.62 | |
| 75th | $197,900 | $95.14 | |
| 90th | $204,400 | $98.27 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for materials engineers.
| 1. New Mexico | $165,600 |
| 2. Maryland | $140,600 |
| 3. Washington | $139,800 |
| 4. Delaware | $131,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a materials engineer make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $79.62 ($165,600 a year).
Do materials engineers make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $165,600 against $112,900 nationally, 47% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for materials engineer pay?
New Mexico ranks 1 of 45 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.