Photonics Technicians Salary in New Mexico
Photonics Technicians in New Mexico earn a median of $101,750 a year, +30% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $101,750
- vs. U.S. median
- +30% ($78,350)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 1,390
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,170; the top 10% earn over $123,260. Nationally the range is $47,030 to $118,330.
States ranked near New Mexico
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Photonics Technicians pay in New Mexico
How much do photonics technicians make in New Mexico?
The median is $101,750 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,170 and the top 10% earn over $123,260. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for photonics technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 49 (+30% vs. the national median of $78,350). Living costs are not included.