Trades & Labor Rio Rancho, NM Pop. 104,046

Ironworker Salary in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

The median ironworker salary in Rio Rancho, NM is $52,900 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 1.1% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$52,900
vs State Avg
$-575
vs National
$-4,600
Cost of Living
92%

Ironworker Salary in Rio Rancho by Experience

In Rio Rancho, an entry-level ironworker earns around $34,960, while experienced professionals earn up to $80,960 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$34,960
$-3,040 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$53,360
$-4,640 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$80,960
$-7,040 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rio Rancho, NM

Percentile Rio Rancho
10th Percentile $33,120
25th Percentile $40,480
Median (50th) $52,900
75th Percentile $69,000
90th Percentile $84,640

Ironworker Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$63,250
Pop. 87,505
Albuquerque, NM
$54,625
Pop. 564,559
Las Cruces, NM
$50,600
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$47,150
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Ironworker in Rio Rancho

Education

Most ironworker positions require a high school diploma + apprenticeship. Rio Rancho 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 Rio Rancho may vary based on local industry and population growth.