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

Locksmith Salary in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

The median locksmith salary in Rio Rancho, NM is $42,504 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 1.1% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$42,504
vs State Avg
$-462
vs National
$-3,696
Cost of Living
92%

Locksmith Salary in Rio Rancho by Experience

In Rio Rancho, an entry-level locksmith earns around $27,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $64,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$27,600
$-2,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$43,240
$-3,760 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$64,400
$-5,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rio Rancho, NM

Percentile Rio Rancho
10th Percentile $25,760
25th Percentile $33,120
Median (50th) $42,504
75th Percentile $55,200
90th Percentile $68,080

Locksmith Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$50,820
Pop. 87,505
Albuquerque, NM
$43,890
Pop. 564,559
Las Cruces, NM
$40,656
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$37,884
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Locksmith in Rio Rancho

Education

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