Carpenters pay in New Mexico
In New Mexico, the median pay for carpenters is $28.71 an hour ($59,720 a year). About 3,630 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($60,580). New Mexico ranks 25th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for carpenters in New Mexico
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.28 | $40,100 |
| 25% of workers | $22.67 | $47,150 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.71 | $59,720 |
| 75% of workers | $30.44 | $63,310 |
| 90% of workers | $37.40 | $77,790 |
Carpenters pay in New Mexico metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | $60,080 | 1,940 |
| Farmington | $59,720 | 390 |
| Santa Fe | $59,420 | 210 |
| Las Cruces | $57,030 | 250 |
New Mexico unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for carpenters
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Apprenticeship (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.9% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 62,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Mexico
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $38,400 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $56,720 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $53,900 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $52,000 |
| Electricians | $58,390 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $61,440 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $49,230 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $46,240 |
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