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Electrician Salary in Santa Fe, New Mexico

The median electrician salary in Santa Fe, NM is $66,264 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median and 18.3% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$66,264
vs State Avg
+$10,241
vs National
+$6,024
Cost of Living
110%

Electrician Salary in Santa Fe by Experience

In Santa Fe, an entry-level electrician earns around $38,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $104,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$38,500
+$3,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$68,200
+$6,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$104,500
+$9,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Santa Fe, NM

Percentile Santa Fe
10th Percentile $41,140
25th Percentile $51,260
Median (50th) $66,264
75th Percentile $87,340
90th Percentile $110,220

Electrician Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Albuquerque, NM
$57,228
Pop. 564,559
Rio Rancho, NM
$55,421
Pop. 104,046
Las Cruces, NM
$53,011
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$49,397
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Electrician in Santa Fe

Education

Most electrician positions require a high school diploma + apprenticeship. Santa Fe and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Electrical SystemsBlueprint ReadingNEC CodeTroubleshootingSafety ProtocolsPower Tools

Job Outlook

Nationally, electrician employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Santa Fe may vary based on local industry and population growth.