Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers pay in New Mexico
In New Mexico, the median pay for drywall and ceiling tile installers is $25.91 an hour ($53,900 a year). About 580 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($58,930). New Mexico ranks 25th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for drywall and ceiling tile installers in New Mexico
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.00 | $37,440 |
| 25% of workers | $21.00 | $43,690 |
| Half of workers (median) | $25.91 | $53,900 |
| 75% of workers | $36.06 | $75,010 |
| 90% of workers | $37.09 | $77,150 |
Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers pay in New Mexico metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe | $54,830 | 50 |
| Albuquerque | $54,620 | 400 |
| Las Cruces | $37,990 | 40 |
New Mexico unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for drywall and ceiling tile installers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +2.5% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 6,600 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Mexico
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $59,720 |
| Roofers | $45,300 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $56,720 |
| Construction Laborers | $38,400 |
| 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 |
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