Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Mexico | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $103,900 | $102,499 | +1% |
| Median hourly wage | $49.95 | $49.28 | +1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $112,690.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | $86,301 | $58,500 | $112,500 | 94 |
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in New Mexico is $103,900, or about $49.95 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. New Mexico is +1% above the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in New Mexico typically earn from $58,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 1,350 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $103,900, New Mexico offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.