Locomotive Engineers Salary in New Mexico
Locomotive Engineers in New Mexico earn a median of $88,330 a year, +9% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $88,330
- vs. U.S. median
- +9% ($81,410)
- Rank among states
- 15 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 440
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $83,960; the top 10% earn over $92,880. Nationally the range is $60,680 to $109,220.
States ranked near New Mexico
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Locomotive Engineers pay in New Mexico
How much do locomotive engineers make in New Mexico?
The median is $88,330 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $83,960 and the top 10% earn over $92,880. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for locomotive engineers?
On pay alone it ranks 15 of 35 (+9% vs. the national median of $81,410). Living costs are not included.