salary$54,560 a year$26 an hour · median pay in the Las Cruces, NM area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,140per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,300per year
Jobs in the area180people work this job
Can a plumber afford Las Cruces?
OK. Rent of $1,267 a month takes 27.9% of the median plumber salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a plumber make in Las Cruces, NM?
The median pay for a plumber in the Las Cruces, NM area is $54,560 a year ($26 an hour). Most earn between $36,140 and $78,300.
Can a plumber afford to live in Las Cruces?
Typical rent of $1,267 a month takes 27.9% of the median plumber salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Las Cruces, NM metro area.