Environmental Engineers Salary in Northern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $99,090 -4.9% vs national
Median hourly $47.64
10th percentile $67,270
90th percentile —
Employed locally 90
National median $104,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $67,270
    25th
    $71,930
    50th (median)
    $99,090
    75th
    $173,590

    Top-paying metros for Environmental Engineers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $142,000
    Southeast-Central Idaho nonmetropolitan area $140,760
    Bend, OR $140,590
    Midland, TX $139,230
    Stockton-Lodi, CA $138,700
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $138,090

    Related occupations in Northern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers $107,040
    Engineers, All Other $163,260
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $54,700
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $46,280
    Electrical Engineers $128,100
    Mechanical Engineers $181,480

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Environmental Engineers make per hour in Northern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Environmental Engineers in Northern New Mexico is $47.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $106.71 or more per hour.

    Is Northern New Mexico above or below average for Environmental Engineers salaries?

    The median Environmental Engineers salary in Northern New Mexico is 4.9% below the national median of $104,170. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Environmental Engineers in Northern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Environmental Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $67,270 per year in Northern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $71,930.