As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Harbor Pilot in New Mexico is $162,125, equivalent to $78 per hour, $3,118 weekly, or $13,510 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Harbor Pilot in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Harbor Pilot in New Mexico vary widely, spanning from $124,354 to $182,864. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($142,354) and 75th percentile ($172,981), while top earners (90th percentile) make $182,864 per year. This $30,627 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Aviation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, New Mexico Harbor Pilot often earn 7.4% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 46 companies. However, New Mexico currently ranks 45 nationwide for Harbor Pilot job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Harbor Pilot Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Harbor Pilot Salary $124,354 NM June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Harbor Pilot Salary $142,354 NM June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Harbor Pilot Salary $162,125 NM June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Harbor Pilot Salary $172,981 NM June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Harbor Pilot Salary $182,864 NM June 01, 2026
25% $142,354 10% $124,354 90% $182,864 75% $172,981 $162,125 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Harbor Pilot ?

A maritime pilot, marine pilot, harbor pilot, bar pilot, or simply pilot, is a sailor who maneuvers ships through dangerous or congested waters, such as harbors or river mouths. They are navigational experts possessing knowledge of the particular waterway such as its depth, currents, and hazards....

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Sunland Park, NM Avg. Salary $172,299 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Abiquiu, NM Avg. Salary $181,865 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Alamogordo, NM Avg. Salary $176,513 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Albuquerque, NM Avg. Salary $186,030 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Alcalde, NM Avg. Salary $185,033 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Algodones, NM Avg. Salary $185,211 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Alto, NM Avg. Salary $177,103 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Amalia, NM Avg. Salary $181,588 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Amistad, NM Avg. Salary $179,208 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Angel Fire, NM Avg. Salary $180,939 Date Updated June 01, 2026
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    7 + years experience
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