How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make in New Mexico?
$53,080a year
Median yearly pay for metal worker and plastic workers in New Mexico. That is $25.52 an hour or $4,423 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.52
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,090Median: $53,080Highest 10%: $63,040
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,090 | $21.20 | |
| 25th | $46,210 | $22.22 | |
| Median | $53,080 | $25.52 | |
| 75th | $61,040 | $29.35 | |
| 90th | $63,040 | $30.31 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal worker and plastic workers.
| 7. Utah | $54,940 |
| 8. Indiana | $54,890 |
| 9. Alabama | $54,360 |
| 10. New Mexico | $53,080 |
| 11. Colorado | $52,430 |
| 12. Minnesota | $51,990 |
| 13. Virginia | $51,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal worker and plastic worker make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $25.52 ($53,080 a year).
Do metal worker and plastic workers make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $53,080 against $45,950 nationally, 16% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for metal worker and plastic worker pay?
New Mexico ranks 10 of 38 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.