How much does a welder make in New Mexico?
$59,840a year
Median yearly pay for welders in New Mexico. That is $28.77 an hour or $4,987 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.77
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,860Median: $59,840Highest 10%: $92,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,860 | $17.72 | |
| 25th | $44,750 | $21.51 | |
| Median | $59,840 | $28.77 | |
| 75th | $82,550 | $39.69 | |
| 90th | $92,760 | $44.60 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Farmington, NM | $57,440 |
| Santa Fe, NM | $52,820 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $49,980 |
| Las Cruces, NM | $47,520 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for welders.
| 13. Maryland | $60,310 |
| 14. Minnesota | $60,280 |
| 15. District of Columbia | $60,180 |
| 16. New Mexico | $59,840 |
| 17. Oregon | $59,450 |
| 18. New Jersey | $59,440 |
| 19. Virginia | $59,180 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welder make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $28.77 ($59,840 a year).
Do welders make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $59,840 against $53,750 nationally, 11% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for welder pay?
New Mexico ranks 16 of 51 states.
Which city in New Mexico pays welders the most?
Farmington, NM, with a median of $57,440 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.