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

Locksmith Salary in Las Cruces, New Mexico

The median locksmith salary in Las Cruces, NM is $40,656 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 5.4% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$40,656
vs State Avg
$-2,310
vs National
$-5,544
Cost of Living
88%

Locksmith Salary in Las Cruces by Experience

In Las Cruces, an entry-level locksmith earns around $26,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $61,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$26,400
$-3,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$41,360
$-5,640 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$61,600
$-8,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Las Cruces, NM

Percentile Las Cruces
10th Percentile $24,640
25th Percentile $31,680
Median (50th) $40,656
75th Percentile $52,800
90th Percentile $65,120

Locksmith Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$50,820
Pop. 87,505
Albuquerque, NM
$43,890
Pop. 564,559
Rio Rancho, NM
$42,504
Pop. 104,046
Roswell, NM
$37,884
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Locksmith in Las Cruces

Education

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

Key Skills

Lock MechanismsKey CuttingElectronic LocksSecurity SystemsCustomer ServiceBusiness Management

Job Outlook

Nationally, locksmith employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Las Cruces may vary based on local industry and population growth.