Hazardous Materials Removal Workers pay in New Mexico
In New Mexico, the median pay for hazardous materials removal workers is $25.69 an hour ($53,440 a year). About 680 people work in this job there.
That is 8% higher than the U.S. median ($49,450). New Mexico ranks 16th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for hazardous materials removal workers in New Mexico
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.79 | $37,010 |
| 25% of workers | $22.20 | $46,170 |
| Half of workers (median) | $25.69 | $53,440 |
| 75% of workers | $26.68 | $55,500 |
| 90% of workers | $37.50 | $78,000 |
Hazardous Materials Removal Workers pay in New Mexico metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | $55,420 | 320 |
| Farmington | $52,760 | 80 |
New Mexico unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for hazardous materials removal workers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +1.5% over ten years, little or no change · about 4,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Mexico
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $38,400 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | $37,230 |
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators | $48,190 |
| Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment | $30,310 |
| Highway Maintenance Workers | $47,740 |
| Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors | $47,660 |
| Construction and Building Inspectors | $65,420 |
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