Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters pay in New Mexico
In New Mexico, the median pay for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters is $29.54 an hour ($61,440 a year). About 2,830 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($63,800). New Mexico ranks 36th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters in New Mexico
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.39 | $36,160 |
| 25% of workers | $21.72 | $45,190 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.54 | $61,440 |
| 75% of workers | $37.60 | $78,210 |
| 90% of workers | $42.16 | $87,700 |
Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters pay in New Mexico metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | $63,900 | 1,440 |
| Las Cruces | $54,560 | 180 |
| Santa Fe | $50,180 | 160 |
| Farmington | $48,970 | 230 |
New Mexico unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 4 to 6 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Apprenticeship (BLS)
- Job outlook: +6.8% over ten years, faster than average · about 42,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Mexico
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $38,400 |
| Maintenance and Repair Workers, General | $45,760 |
| Electricians | $58,390 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers | $50,270 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $52,000 |
| Carpenters | $59,720 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $49,230 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $46,240 |
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