Fence Erectors in New Mexico make a median of $43,470 a year, or about $20.9 an hour. The range runs from $30K at the entry level to $53K for experienced workers.
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Statewide average. This is an aggregate across all of New Mexico. BLS does not publish metro-level data for this occupation in this state.
Bar chart showing Fence Erectors salary percentiles in New Mexico: 10th percentile $30,320, 25th percentile $41,780, median $43,470, 75th percentile $47,020, 90th percentile $52,870. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Entry-level fence erectors (10th percentile) start around $30K. Mid-career wages sit at $43K. Top earners bring in $53K or more, a $23K spread from bottom to top.
The median is $43,470 a year, that works out to about $21 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $30,320, and experienced fence erectors can clear $52,870. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $43K enough to live in New Mexico?▼
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,986/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,119/month, which eats 37.5% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a fence erectors salary go in New Mexico?▼
New Mexico has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median fence erectors salary is worth about $46,712 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do fence erectors get paid the most?▼
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.
