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Locksmith Salary in Santa Fe, New Mexico

The median locksmith salary in Santa Fe, NM is $50,820 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median and 18.3% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$50,820
vs State Avg
+$7,854
vs National
+$4,620
Cost of Living
110%

Locksmith Salary in Santa Fe by Experience

In Santa Fe, an entry-level locksmith earns around $33,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $77,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$33,000
+$3,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$51,700
+$4,700 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$77,000
+$7,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Santa Fe, NM

Percentile Santa Fe
10th Percentile $30,800
25th Percentile $39,600
Median (50th) $50,820
75th Percentile $66,000
90th Percentile $81,400

Locksmith Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Albuquerque, NM
$43,890
Pop. 564,559
Rio Rancho, NM
$42,504
Pop. 104,046
Las Cruces, NM
$40,656
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$37,884
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Locksmith in Santa Fe

Education

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