Waiters and Waitresses Salary in New Mexico
Waiters and Waitresses in New Mexico earn a median of $36,920 a year, +5% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $36,920
- vs. U.S. median
- +5% ($35,230)
- Rank among states
- 16 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 12,740
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $26,670; the top 10% earn over $69,410. Nationally the range is $18,100 to $64,720.
States ranked near New Mexico
Similar jobs in New Mexico
- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop$28,480 median in New Mexico
- Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers$28,230 median in New Mexico
- Bartenders$36,980 median in New Mexico
- Fast Food and Counter Workers$28,700 median in New Mexico
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant$35,740 median in New Mexico
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers$29,360 median in New Mexico
Waiters and Waitresses pay in New Mexico
How much do waiters and waitresses make in New Mexico?
The median is $36,920 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $26,670 and the top 10% earn over $69,410. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for waiters and waitresses?
On pay alone it ranks 16 of 51 (+5% vs. the national median of $35,230). Living costs are not included.