Power Plant Operators Salary in New Mexico
Ranked #23 of 49 · NM
0.1% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $99,890 ≈ $48/hr
Median annual salary $105,510
Employment 130
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $46,350P25 $97,180 Median $105,510P75 $115,910P90 $121,690
About 80% of power plant operatorss in New Mexico earn between $46,350 and $121,690. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean power plant operators salary in New Mexico is $99,890, about 0.1% above the U.S. average ($99,790). That works out to roughly $48/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New Mexico
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Cruces, NM | $57,980 | $69,360 | 30 |