BLS OEWS 2024 — SOC 53-3032: Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
National mean: $58,240/year · New Mexico: $56,830/year · Difference: -$1,410/year
| Metric | New Mexico | National |
|---|---|---|
| Mean Annual Wage | $56,830 | $58,240 |
| Mean Hourly Wage | $27.32 | $28.00 |
| Median Annual Wage | $48,360 | $57,440 |
| Median Hourly Wage | $23.25 | $27.62 |
| Drivers Employed | 11.2K | 2,070K |
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024 — SOC 53-3032: Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers.
The average (mean) truck driver salary in New Mexico is $56,830 per year ($27.32/hr) according to BLS OEWS 2024 data (SOC 53-3032). The median is $48,360/year. Approximately 11.2 thousand drivers work in this category in New Mexico.
New Mexico ranks #35 out of 50 states. The national mean is $58,240/year; New Mexico is $1,410 lower (-2.4%).
Pay depends on freight volume, proximity to major distribution hubs and ports, cost of living, employer type (private fleet vs. for-hire), experience, CDL endorsements, and route type (OTR vs. regional vs. local). Specialized freight — hazmat, reefer, flatbed, oversized — typically pays a premium over dry van rates in any state.