Trades & Labor Las Cruces, NM Pop. 111,385

Ironworker Salary in Las Cruces, New Mexico

The median ironworker salary in Las Cruces, NM is $50,600 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 5.4% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$50,600
vs State Avg
$-2,875
vs National
$-6,900
Cost of Living
88%

Ironworker Salary in Las Cruces by Experience

In Las Cruces, an entry-level ironworker earns around $33,440, while experienced professionals earn up to $77,440 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$33,440
$-4,560 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$51,040
$-6,960 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$77,440
$-10,560 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Las Cruces, NM

Percentile Las Cruces
10th Percentile $31,680
25th Percentile $38,720
Median (50th) $50,600
75th Percentile $66,000
90th Percentile $80,960

Ironworker Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$63,250
Pop. 87,505
Albuquerque, NM
$54,625
Pop. 564,559
Rio Rancho, NM
$52,900
Pop. 104,046
Roswell, NM
$47,150
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Ironworker in Las Cruces

Education

Most ironworker positions require a high school diploma + apprenticeship. Las Cruces and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Structural SteelWeldingBlueprint ReadingRiggingSafety/Fall ProtectionPhysical Stamina

Job Outlook

Nationally, ironworker employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Las Cruces may vary based on local industry and population growth.