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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	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$88,350	$95,000	$-6,650
25th Percentile	$109,740	$118,000	$-8,260
Median (50th)	$131,130	$141,000	$-9,870
75th Percentile	$162,750	$175,000	$-12,250
90th Percentile	$195,300	$210,000	$-14,700

Cloud Architect Salary by City in New Mexico

The largest employment areas for cloud architects in New Mexico include Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Rio Rancho, and Santa Fe. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Albuquerque, NM

$133,950

Pop. 564,559 · COL 95%

Las Cruces, NM

$124,080

Pop. 111,385 · COL 88%

Rio Rancho, NM

$129,720

Pop. 104,046 · COL 92%

Santa Fe, NM

$155,100

Pop. 87,505 · COL 110%

Roswell, NM

$115,620

Pop. 48,422 · COL 82%

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.