Tapers Salary in New Mexico
Tapers in New Mexico earn a median of $48,320 a year, −29% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $48,320
- vs. U.S. median
- −29% ($68,270)
- Rank among states
- 23 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,730; the top 10% earn over $60,780. Nationally the range is $43,670 to $107,110.
States ranked near New Mexico
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- Helpers--Roofers$37,640 median in New Mexico
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Tapers pay in New Mexico
How much do tapers make in New Mexico?
The median is $48,320 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,730 and the top 10% earn over $60,780. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for tapers?
On pay alone it ranks 23 of 27 (−29% vs. the national median of $68,270). Living costs are not included.