Median DOL Salary
$69,427
Total DOL Filings
129
Companies Hiring
8
Cost of Living Index
94.0
National avg = 100Location vs National
Socorro, NM$69,427
National Average$60,917
The weighted median salary in Socorro, NM is 14% above the national average across all occupations.
Top Employers in Socorro
| Employer | Industry | Local Filings | Median Salary | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW MEXICO INSTITUTE OF MINING & TECHNOLOGY | 50 | $54,686 | Other | |
| New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology | 45 | $65,000 | Other | |
| National Radio Astronomy Observatory | 34 | $78,806 | Other | |
| Socorro Consolidated Schools | 6 | $56,819 | Other | |
| Presbyterian Healthcare Services | 4 | $211,000 | Other | |
| Cottonwood Valley Charter School | 1 | $46,550 | Other | |
| SOLARO ENERGY, INC. | 1 | $70,000 | Other | |
| ASSOCIATED UNIVERSITIES, INC | 1 | $90,000 | Other |
Highest-Paying Occupations in Socorro
| Job Title | Median Salary | vs National | Filings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $65,000 | -36.6% | 9 |
| Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary | $65,000 | -20.5% | 7 |
| Astronomers | $63,240 | N/A | 7 |
| Physicists | $47,439 | -73% | 5 |
BLS Wage Survey Data - New Mexico
Independent Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS survey - all workers, not just sponsored positions.BLS metro-level data is not available for this area. Showing state-level data for New Mexico.
| Occupation | BLS Median Wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Pediatricians, General | $237,950 | 230 |
| Podiatrists | $227,130 | 60 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $215,730 | 1,790 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | $214,810 | N/A |
| Dentists, All Other Specialists | $210,370 | 50 |
| Computer and Information Research Scientists | $178,120 | N/A |
| Physicists | $175,960 | 770 |
| Dentists, General | $171,730 | 660 |
| Advertising and Promotions Managers | $165,540 | 90 |
| Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates | $164,340 | 240 |
Salary Trend in Socorro, NM
Median DOL-filed salary by fiscal yearCost of Living Comparison
Socorro, NM has a cost of living index of 94.0, which is 6% less expensive than the national average. A salary of $100,000 here has the purchasing power equivalent of $106,383 in an average-cost city.
Top-Paying Occupations - COL-Adjusted
| Job Title | Median Salary | COL-Adjusted Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary | $65,000 | $69,149 |
| Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary | $65,000 | $69,149 |
| Astronomers | $63,240 | $67,277 |
| Physicists | $47,439 | $50,467 |
Compare to Other Cities
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Source: US Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) public disclosure files (PERM Form ETA-9089 and LCA Form ETA-9035), and US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). Salary figures represent employer filings and government survey estimates, not individual worker pay.