Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Mexico | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,720 | $62,569 | -5% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.71 | $30.08 | -5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $64,772.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Carpenter in New Mexico is $59,720, or about $28.71 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Carpenters is $62,569. New Mexico is -5% below the national median.
Entry-level carpenters in New Mexico typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,630 carpenter jobs on record and a median salary of $59,720, New Mexico offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.