Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels Salary in New Mexico

$44,566 $144,628
10th pct Median: $84,086 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$44,566
25th Percentile$60,542
50th (Median)$84,086
75th Percentile$116,039
90th (Top Earners)$144,628
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The New Mexico median salary of $84,086 for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels has the purchasing power of approximately $91,398 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

New Mexico's lower cost of living (COL index: 92) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels make in New Mexico?
Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in New Mexico earn a median annual salary of $84,086 per year ($40.43/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $96,650.
Is New Mexico a good state for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels?
New Mexico pays slightly below the national average for captains, mates, and pilots of water vessels. Cost of living in New Mexico is lower average (COL index: 92).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in New Mexico?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 92 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $84,086 salary in New Mexico has the purchasing power of approximately $91,398 in Missouri. Lower living costs in New Mexico increase real purchasing power.
How does New Mexico compare to neighboring states for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in New Mexico

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $289,014
2 Radiologists $269,630
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $266,411
4 Surgeons, All Other $256,232
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $236,536
6 Psychiatrists $217,324
7 Physicians, Pathologists $212,210
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $211,706
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels in New Mexico

Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the transportation sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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