Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Mexico | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $106,970 | $104,968 | +2% |
| Median hourly wage | $51.43 | $50.47 | +2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $116,020.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | $86,400 | $58,500 | $130,500 | 94 |
The median annual salary for a Project Manager in New Mexico is $106,970, or about $51.43 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Project Managers is $104,968. New Mexico is +2% above the national median.
Entry-level project managers in New Mexico typically earn from $58,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 4,330 project manager jobs on record and a median salary of $106,970, New Mexico offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.