Traffic Technicians Salary in New Mexico
Traffic Technicians in New Mexico earn a median of $49,280 a year, −17% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $49,280
- vs. U.S. median
- −17% ($59,090)
- Rank among states
- 30 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $39,610; the top 10% earn over $58,610. Nationally the range is $39,090 to $85,130.
States ranked near New Mexico
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Traffic Technicians pay in New Mexico
How much do traffic technicians make in New Mexico?
The median is $49,280 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $39,610 and the top 10% earn over $58,610. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for traffic technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 30 of 36 (−17% vs. the national median of $59,090). Living costs are not included.