CDL schools in New Mexico

We found 4 schools offering CDL & truck driving training in New Mexico, with campuses in Roswell, Crownpoint, Farmington, and Ranchos de Taos. Truck drivers in New Mexico earn a median $50,500 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
4
Public colleges
4
Median pay in NM
$50,500

4 CDL & truck driving schools

School results

  1. Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus

    Roswell, NM · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +15

  2. Navajo Technical University

    Crownpoint, NM · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +5

  3. San Juan College

    Farmington, NM · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Carpentry
    • Welding
    • +21

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  5. University of New Mexico-Taos Campus

    Ranchos de Taos, NM · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +3

What truck drivers earn in New Mexico

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Truck driver salary in New MexicoHow to become a truck driver

Median pay
$50,500
$24.28 an hour
Typical range
$38,540–$65,990
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in NM
11,820
Job growth, 2025–35
+3.8%
214,500 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many CDL & truck driving schools are in New Mexico?

We list 4 schools in New Mexico with CDL & truck driving programs: 4 public colleges. Campuses are in Roswell, Crownpoint, Farmington, and Ranchos de Taos.

Are there community college CDL & truck driving programs in New Mexico?

Yes. 4 public colleges in New Mexico offer CDL & truck driving. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does CDL & truck driving school cost in New Mexico?

Among the 4 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,645 to $9,165. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do truck drivers make in New Mexico?

The median pay for truck drivers in New Mexico is $50,500 a year, and most earn between $38,540 and $65,990, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a CDL & truck driving school in New Mexico?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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