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As we enter the new year, it is important that employers check their wages against 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.
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.
Written by | Magdalena Vigil-Tullar
HR Consultant | MBA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CLRP
Phone: 505-270-7494 | Email: magdalena@swhrc.com