Creative & Education New Mexico (NM) Rank #28 of 50

Librarian Salary in New Mexico

The median librarian salary in New Mexico is $56,907 per year, which is 7% below the national median of $61,190.

Median Salary
$56,907
vs National
$-4,283
State Rank
#28 of 50
Cost of Living
93%

Librarian Salary in New Mexico by Experience

In New Mexico, an entry-level librarian earns around $39,060, while experienced professionals earn up to $81,840 per year. The cost of living index in New Mexico is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$39,060
$-2,940 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$57,660
$-4,340 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$81,840
$-6,160 vs national

Salary Percentiles in New Mexico

Percentile NM Salary
10th Percentile $36,456
25th Percentile $45,570
Median (50th) $56,907
75th Percentile $71,796
90th Percentile $89,838

Major Cities for Librarians in New Mexico

The largest employment areas for librarians in New Mexico include Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Rio Rancho, and Santa Fe. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Albuquerque, NM
Metro area for librarian employment
Las Cruces, NM
Metro area for librarian employment
Rio Rancho, NM
Metro area for librarian employment
Santa Fe, NM
Metro area for librarian employment
Roswell, NM
Metro area for librarian employment

How to Become a Librarian in New Mexico

Education

Most librarian positions require a master's degree. New Mexico has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Information ScienceResearchCatalogingCommunity ProgrammingDigital LiteracyDatabase Management

Job Outlook in New Mexico

Nationally, librarian employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). New Mexico's demand may vary based on local industry trends.