Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Mexico | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $48,080 | $51,589 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $23.12 | $24.80 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $52,148.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Bookkeeper in New Mexico is $48,080, or about $23.12 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Bookkeepers is $51,589. New Mexico is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level bookkeepers in New Mexico typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 7,780 bookkeeper jobs on record and a median salary of $48,080, New Mexico offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.