Truck Driver (Heavy) pay in New Mexico
State median
Public data$22.51/hr
≈ $46,821/year full-time
Pay distribution in New Mexico
25th percentile
$20.99
per hour
Median
$22.51
per hour
75th percentile
$26.07
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do truck driver (heavy)s make in New Mexico?
The median pay for truck driver (heavy)s in New Mexico is $22.51/hr (about $46,821/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $20.99 and $26.07 per hour.
How does New Mexico compare to the national average for truck driver (heavy)s?
New Mexico pays 10% below the national median of $24.90/hr for truck driver (heavy)s. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.