Technology New Mexico (NM) Rank #29 of 50

QA Engineer Salary in New Mexico

The median qa engineer salary in New Mexico is $83,700 per year, which is 7% below the national median of $90,000.

Median Salary

$83,700

vs National

$-6,300

State Rank

#29 of 50

Cost of Living

93%

QA Engineer Salary in New Mexico by Experience

In New Mexico, an entry-level qa engineer earns around $53,940, while experienced professionals earn up to $125,550 per year. The cost of living index in New Mexico is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$53,940

$-4,060 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$85,560

$-6,440 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$125,550

$-9,450 vs national

Salary Percentiles in New Mexico

Percentile	NM Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$51,150	$55,000	$-3,850
25th Percentile	$66,960	$72,000	$-5,040
Median (50th)	$83,700	$90,000	$-6,300
75th Percentile	$109,740	$118,000	$-8,260
90th Percentile	$132,060	$142,000	$-9,940

QA Engineer Salary by City in New Mexico

The largest employment areas for qa engineers in New Mexico include Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Rio Rancho, and Santa Fe. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Albuquerque, NM

$85,500

Pop. 564,559 · COL 95%

Las Cruces, NM

$79,200

Pop. 111,385 · COL 88%

Rio Rancho, NM

$82,800

Pop. 104,046 · COL 92%

Santa Fe, NM

$99,000

Pop. 87,505 · COL 110%

Roswell, NM

$73,800

Pop. 48,422 · COL 82%

How to Become a QA Engineer in New Mexico

Education

Most qa engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. New Mexico has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Test AutomationSeleniumJIRASQLAPI TestingAgile

Job Outlook in New Mexico

Nationally, qa engineer employment is projected to grow 15% over the next decade (much faster than average). New Mexico's demand may vary based on local industry trends.