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Cloud Architect Salary in New Mexico

The median cloud architect salary in New Mexico is $131,130 per year, which is 7% below the national median of $141,000.

Median Salary
$131,130
vs National
$-9,870
State Rank
#29 of 50
Cost of Living
93%

Cloud Architect Salary in New Mexico by Experience

In New Mexico, an entry-level cloud architect earns around $91,140, while experienced professionals earn up to $181,350 per year. The cost of living index in New Mexico is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$91,140
$-6,860 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$132,060
$-9,940 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$181,350
$-13,650 vs national

Salary Percentiles in New Mexico

Percentile NM Salary
10th Percentile $88,350
25th Percentile $109,740
Median (50th) $131,130
75th Percentile $162,750
90th Percentile $195,300

Major Cities for Cloud Architects in New Mexico

The largest employment areas for cloud architects in New Mexico include Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Rio Rancho, and Santa Fe. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Albuquerque, NM
Metro area for cloud architect employment
Las Cruces, NM
Metro area for cloud architect employment
Rio Rancho, NM
Metro area for cloud architect employment
Santa Fe, NM
Metro area for cloud architect employment
Roswell, NM
Metro area for cloud architect employment

How to Become a Cloud Architect in New Mexico

Education

Most cloud architect positions require a bachelor's degree. New Mexico has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AWSAzureGCPCloud ArchitectureNetworkingSecurity

Job Outlook in New Mexico

Nationally, cloud architect employment is projected to grow 23% over the next decade (much faster than average). New Mexico's demand may vary based on local industry trends.