Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators Salary in New Mexico

Median Salary

$48,190

per year

Hourly Rate

$23.17

per hour

Employment

2,110

in New Mexico

vs. National Avg

-19.7%

National: $60,020

📊 Compared to the national median of $60,020, New Mexico pays 19.7% LESS for Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators positions.

Purchasing Power

$52,380

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

92.0

8% below national avg

Rent/Income

26%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in New Mexico

10th

$36,110

25th

$38,270

Median

$48,190

75th

$62,190

90th

$80,090

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).