Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in Northern New Mexico

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

Median annual salary $40,550 -12.6% vs national
Median hourly $19.50
10th percentile $32,680
90th percentile $62,480
Employed locally 130
National median $46,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,680
    25th
    $37,280
    50th (median)
    $40,550
    75th
    $51,230
    90th
    $62,480

    Top-paying metros for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $81,470
    Flint, MI $76,430
    Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $65,420
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $63,970
    Wasatch Front Fringe Utah nonmetropolitan area $63,720
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $63,490

    Related occupations in Northern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $36,300
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $47,930
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $33,480
    Bus Drivers, School $51,410
    Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs $33,900
    Light Truck Drivers $37,190

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators make per hour in Northern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Northern New Mexico is $19.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.44 or more per hour.

    Is Northern New Mexico above or below average for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salaries?

    The median Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary in Northern New Mexico is 12.6% below the national median of $46,390. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Northern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators (10th percentile) earn around $32,680 per year in Northern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,280.