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Librarians and Media Collections Specialists Salary in New Mexico
Ranked #26 of 51 · NM
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of librarians and media collections specialistss in New Mexico earn between $41,600 and $97,490. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean librarians and media collections specialists salary in New Mexico is $65,900, about 9.5% below the U.S. average ($72,840). That works out to roughly $32/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New Mexico
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Cruces, NM | $66,170 | $69,420 | 60 |
| Santa Fe, NM | $64,500 | $66,440 | 70 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $62,530 | $69,210 | 230 |
| Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area | $56,820 | $64,030 | 90 |
| Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area | $51,590 | $56,620 | 110 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do librarians and media collections specialists make in New Mexico?
The median librarians and media collections specialists salary in New Mexico is $62,530 per year (mean $65,900), and about 80% earn between $41,600 and $97,490.
How much do librarians and media collections specialists make per hour in New Mexico?
Roughly $32 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $65,900 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is New Mexico a high-paying state for librarians and media collections specialists?
New Mexico ranks #26 of 51 states for librarians and media collections specialists pay. Its mean salary of $65,900 is about 9.5% below the U.S. average of $72,840.
Which metro areas in New Mexico pay librarians and media collections specialists the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in New Mexico for librarians and media collections specialists are Las Cruces, NM ($66,170), Santa Fe, NM ($64,500), Albuquerque, NM ($62,530), by median annual wage.
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