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Ironworker Salary in Santa Fe, New Mexico

The median ironworker salary in Santa Fe, NM is $63,250 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median and 18.3% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$63,250
vs State Avg
+$9,775
vs National
+$5,750
Cost of Living
110%

Ironworker Salary in Santa Fe by Experience

In Santa Fe, an entry-level ironworker earns around $41,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $96,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$41,800
+$3,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$63,800
+$5,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$96,800
+$8,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Santa Fe, NM

Percentile Santa Fe
10th Percentile $39,600
25th Percentile $48,400
Median (50th) $63,250
75th Percentile $82,500
90th Percentile $101,200

Ironworker Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Albuquerque, NM
$54,625
Pop. 564,559
Rio Rancho, NM
$52,900
Pop. 104,046
Las Cruces, NM
$50,600
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$47,150
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Ironworker in Santa Fe

Education

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