Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Mexico | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $114,080 | $146,653 | -22% |
| Median hourly wage | $54.85 | $70.51 | -22% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $123,731.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | $121,644 | $67,500 | $157,500 | 94 |
The median annual salary for a Sales Manager in New Mexico is $114,080, or about $54.85 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Sales Managers is $146,653. New Mexico is -22% below the national median.
Entry-level sales managers in New Mexico typically earn from $67,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 1,750 sales manager jobs on record and a median salary of $114,080, New Mexico offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.