Engineering New Mexico (NM) Rank #29 of 50

Industrial Engineer Salary in New Mexico

The median industrial engineer salary in New Mexico is $88,629 per year, which is 7% below the national median of $95,300.

Median Salary

$88,629

vs National

$-6,671

State Rank

#29 of 50

Cost of Living

93%

Industrial Engineer Salary in New Mexico by Experience

In New Mexico, an entry-level industrial engineer earns around $59,520, while experienced professionals earn up to $132,060 per year. The cost of living index in New Mexico is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$59,520

$-4,480 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$89,280

$-6,720 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$132,060

$-9,940 vs national

Salary Percentiles in New Mexico

Percentile	NM Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$56,730	$61,000	$-4,270
25th Percentile	$70,680	$76,000	$-5,320
Median (50th)	$88,629	$95,300	$-6,671
75th Percentile	$111,600	$120,000	$-8,400
90th Percentile	$137,640	$148,000	$-10,360

Industrial Engineer Salary by City in New Mexico

The largest employment areas for industrial engineers 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

$90,535

Pop. 564,559 · COL 95%

Las Cruces, NM

$83,864

Pop. 111,385 · COL 88%

Rio Rancho, NM

$87,676

Pop. 104,046 · COL 92%

Santa Fe, NM

$104,830

Pop. 87,505 · COL 110%

Roswell, NM

$78,146

Pop. 48,422 · COL 82%

How to Become a Industrial Engineer in New Mexico

Education

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

Key Skills

Lean ManufacturingSix SigmaProcess OptimizationAutoCADStatistical AnalysisOperations Research

Job Outlook in New Mexico

Nationally, industrial engineer employment is projected to grow 12% over the next decade (much faster than average). New Mexico's demand may vary based on local industry trends.