Welder Salary in New Mexico
Join, cut, and shape metal using heat and specialized equipment to build and repair structures, pipelines, vehicles, and machinery.
New Mexico Welder Wages at a Glance
New Mexico welders earn a statewide median of $59,840 per year ($28.77 per hour), up 18.8% from May 2020, with the middle of the wage range running from $36,860 at the 10th percentile to $92,760 at the 90th.
New Mexico employs approximately 2,390 welders statewide, up 14.9% from May 2020.
Median Wages by Metro
| Metro | Annual median | Hourly | Employment | 5-yr wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | $49,980 | $24.03/hr | 510 | up 21.1% |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2020 and May 2025.