New Mexico Minimum Wage Rates for 2022

As we enter the new year, it is important that employers check their wages against the new minimum wage rates effective January 2022. For wage rates within the State of New Mexico, the highest wage rate will be effective. See the following link for more information on the wage rates and to access mandatory postings in New Mexico. 

New Mexico Minimum Wage is now $11.50
Tipped Minimum Wage is $2.80

All rates, other than the minimum wage rates for Federal Contractors, are effective January 1st. The increase to Federal Contractor minimum wage is effective for new contracts or contracts being renewed or extended on or after January 30th.

See below for more information.

NEW MEXICO MINIMUM WAGE RATE LIST

Albuquerque

Minimum Wage is $11.50

Tipped Minimum Wage is $6.30

Rio Rancho

Minimum Wage is now $11.50

Tipped Minimum Wage is $2.80

Las Cruces

Minimum Wage is $11.50

Tipped Minimum Wage is $4.60

Santa Fe

Minimum Wage is $12.32

Tipped Minimum Wage is $3.69

Federal Contractors

Minimum Wage will be $15.00

Federal

Minimum Wage remains at $7.25

(See other sections for wage rates in New Mexico)

The rule related to the Federal Contractor minimum wage rates has additional criteria. This applies to New Mexico companies and those outside of NM should contact SWHRC.com to verify the minimum wage rates for their specific state/county/city.