How much does a pump operator make in New Mexico?
$58,920a year
Median yearly pay for pump operators in New Mexico. That is $28.33 an hour or $4,910 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.33
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,700Median: $58,920Highest 10%: $81,010
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,700 | $22.45 | |
| 25th | $50,530 | $24.29 | |
| Median | $58,920 | $28.33 | |
| 75th | $65,280 | $31.38 | |
| 90th | $81,010 | $38.95 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pump operators.
| 21. Idaho | $60,200 |
| 22. Minnesota | $59,700 |
| 23. Florida | $59,120 |
| 24. New Mexico | $58,920 |
| 25. Nevada | $57,980 |
| 26. California | $57,660 |
| 27. Washington | $57,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pump operator make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $28.33 ($58,920 a year).
Do pump operators make more in New Mexico than the national average?
No: $58,920 against $61,770 nationally, 5% less.
Where does New Mexico rank for pump operator pay?
New Mexico ranks 24 of 37 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.