Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers pay in Albuquerque
In Albuquerque (NM), the median pay for landscaping and groundskeeping workers is $18.15 an hour ($37,760 a year). About 2,270 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($39,150). It is about the same as the New Mexico median ($37,560).
Pay range for landscaping and groundskeeping workers in Albuquerque (NM)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.45 | $30,050 |
| 25% of workers | $17.37 | $36,120 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.15 | $37,760 |
| 75% of workers | $21.65 | $45,040 |
| 90% of workers | $22.74 | $47,290 |
Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers pay in New Mexico metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe | $43,220 | 770 |
| Albuquerque (this page) | $37,760 | 2,270 |
| Farmington | $37,130 | 180 |
| Las Cruces | $36,850 | 390 |
New Mexico unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for landscaping and groundskeeping workers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: Up to 1 month (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 149,500 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Albuquerque (NM)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Maintenance and Repair Workers, General | $46,900 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $51,160 |
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