Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Mexico | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $48,490 | $55,179 | -12% |
| Median hourly wage | $23.31 | $26.53 | -12% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $52,592.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Solar Installer in New Mexico is $48,490, or about $23.31 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Solar Installers is $55,179. New Mexico is -12% below the national median.
Entry-level solar installers in New Mexico typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 340 solar installer jobs on record and a median salary of $48,490, New Mexico offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.