Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Mexico | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $41,590 | $62,011 | -33% |
| Median hourly wage | $20.00 | $29.81 | -33% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $45,108.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Firefighter in New Mexico is $41,590, or about $20.00 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Firefighters is $62,011. New Mexico is -33% below the national median.
Entry-level firefighters in New Mexico typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,420 firefighter jobs on record and a median salary of $41,590, New Mexico offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.