Trades & Labor Roswell, NM Pop. 48,422

Ironworker Salary in Roswell, New Mexico

The median ironworker salary in Roswell, NM is $47,150 per year, which is 18% below the national median and 11.8% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$47,150
vs State Avg
$-6,325
vs National
$-10,350
Cost of Living
82%

Ironworker Salary in Roswell by Experience

In Roswell, an entry-level ironworker earns around $31,160, while experienced professionals earn up to $72,160 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$31,160
$-6,840 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$47,560
$-10,440 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$72,160
$-15,840 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Roswell, NM

Percentile Roswell
10th Percentile $29,520
25th Percentile $36,080
Median (50th) $47,150
75th Percentile $61,500
90th Percentile $75,440

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
Las Cruces, NM
$50,600
Pop. 111,385

How to Become a Ironworker in Roswell

Education

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