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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Safety Officer in New Mexico is $70,770 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.
However, a Safety Officer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Safety Officer Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $81,536 | $6,795 | $1,568 | $39 |
| Average | $70,770 | $5,898 | $1,361 | $34 |
| 25th Percentile | $62,954 | $5,246 | $1,211 | $30 |
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A Safety Officer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Safety Officer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Safety Re... Level Safety Officer | $62,308 |
| Safety Of... Level Safety Officer | $69,979 |
| Safety Re... Level Safety Officer | $85,764 |
| Safety Re... Level Safety Officer | $100,535 |
| Safety Re... Level Safety Officer | $126,311 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Safety Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Safety Officer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Safety Officer positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Safety Officer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace & Defense | $77,847 | $37.0 | 10% |
| Energy & Utilities | $77,847 | $37.0 | 10% |
| Internet | $77,847 | $37.0 | 10% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $77,847 | $37.0 | 10% |
| Software & Networking | $77,847 | $37.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Safety Officer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $81,536 | $6,795 | $1,568 | $39 |
| Average | $70,770 | $5,898 | $1,361 | $34 |
| 25th Percentile | $62,954 | $5,246 | $1,211 | $30 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Safety Officer job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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Longenecker & Associates | Los Alamos, NM
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Carlsbad, NM
Precision Group Inc | Carlsbad, NM
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Albuquerque, NM
State of New Mexico | Albuquerque, NM
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CoreCivic
Moriarty, NM
CoreCivic | Moriarty, NM
This job is performed at the Torrance County Detention Facility in Estancia, NM.$23.41 per hour Employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis and have the option... more
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CoreCivic
Milan, NM
CoreCivic | Milan, NM
This job is performed at Cibola County Correctional Center in MIlan, NM.$23.41 per hour Employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis and have the option to acce... more
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San Ysidro, NM
Pueblo of Zia | San Ysidro, NM
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