How much does a taper make in New Mexico?
$48,320a year
Median yearly pay for tapers in New Mexico. That is $23.23 an hour or $4,027 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.23
- Vs. national median
- -29%
- Rank among states
- 23 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,730Median: $48,320Highest 10%: $60,780
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,730 | $21.99 | |
| 25th | $46,430 | $22.32 | |
| Median | $48,320 | $23.23 | |
| 75th | $60,780 | $29.22 | |
| 90th | $60,780 | $29.22 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Albuquerque, NM | $48,420 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for tapers.
| 20. Colorado | $54,500 |
| 21. Utah | $52,930 |
| 22. Florida | $49,400 |
| 23. New Mexico | $48,320 |
| 24. North Carolina | $45,770 |
| 25. Texas | $43,670 |
| 26. Indiana | $42,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a taper make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $23.23 ($48,320 a year).
Do tapers make more in New Mexico than the national average?
No: $48,320 against $68,270 nationally, 29% less.
Where does New Mexico rank for taper pay?
New Mexico ranks 23 of 27 states.
Which city in New Mexico pays tapers the most?
Albuquerque, NM, with a median of $48,420 a year.
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.