salary$79,880 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Albuquerque, NM area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$55,990per year
Top pay (top 10%)$126,260per year
Jobs in the area3,260people work this job
Can a accountant afford Albuquerque?
OK. Rent of $1,401 a month takes 21.0% of the median accountant salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Albuquerque, NM?
The median pay for a accountant in the Albuquerque, NM area is $79,880 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $55,990 and $126,260.
Can a accountant afford to live in Albuquerque?
Typical rent of $1,401 a month takes 21.0% of the median accountant salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Albuquerque, NM metro area.