Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers pay in New Mexico
In New Mexico, the median pay for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers is $28.77 an hour ($59,840 a year). About 2,390 people work in this job there.
That is 11% higher than the U.S. median ($53,750). New Mexico ranks 16th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers in New Mexico
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.72 | $36,860 |
| 25% of workers | $21.52 | $44,750 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.77 | $59,840 |
| 75% of workers | $39.69 | $82,550 |
| 90% of workers | $44.60 | $92,760 |
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers pay in New Mexico metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Farmington | $57,440 | 500 |
| Santa Fe | $52,820 | 30 |
| Albuquerque | $49,980 | 510 |
| Las Cruces | $47,520 | 80 |
New Mexico unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (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: +2.4% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 40,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Mexico
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Machinists | $59,440 |
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