Construction Laborers pay in New Mexico
In New Mexico, the median pay for construction laborers is $18.46 an hour ($38,400 a year). About 12,470 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($47,120). New Mexico ranks 47th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for construction laborers in New Mexico
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.83 | $30,840 |
| 25% of workers | $17.07 | $35,500 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.46 | $38,400 |
| 75% of workers | $22.26 | $46,300 |
| 90% of workers | $25.76 | $53,590 |
Construction Laborers pay in New Mexico metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe | $41,980 | 530 |
| Albuquerque | $40,440 | 4,140 |
| Las Cruces | $39,460 | 860 |
| Farmington | $38,150 | 1,310 |
New Mexico unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for construction laborers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +7.3% over ten years, faster than average · about 120,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Mexico
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $52,000 |
| Carpenters | $59,720 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $49,230 |
| Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators | $45,880 |
| Electricians | $58,390 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $61,440 |
| Roofers | $45,300 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $46,240 |
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