Firefighters pay in New Mexico
In New Mexico, the median pay for firefighters is $19.99 an hour ($41,590 a year). About 2,420 people work in this job there.
That is 30% lower than the U.S. median ($59,280). New Mexico ranks 43rd of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for firefighters in New Mexico
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $15.00 | $31,200 |
| 25% of workers | $17.56 | $36,520 |
| Half of workers (median) | $19.99 | $41,590 |
| 75% of workers | $23.22 | $48,290 |
| 90% of workers | $27.78 | $57,780 |
Firefighters pay in New Mexico metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Las Cruces | $42,820 | 280 |
| Albuquerque | $42,420 | 950 |
| Santa Fe | $31,200 | 300 |
New Mexico unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for firefighters
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 26,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Mexico
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $37,550 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $84,510 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers | $58,430 |
| Paramedics | $55,530 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $28,590 |
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