Construction schools in New Mexico

We found 10 schools offering construction technology training in New Mexico, with campuses in Gallup, Los Lunas, Albuquerque, and Ruidoso and more. Construction workers in New Mexico earn a median $38,400 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
10
Public colleges
10
Median pay in NM
$38,400

10 construction technology schools

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  1. Central New Mexico Community College

    Albuquerque, NM · Public

    • Construction technology
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29

  2. Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College

    Ruidoso, NM · Public

    • Construction technology
    • Welding
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +5

  3. Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus

    Roswell, NM · Public

    • Construction technology
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +15

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  5. Mesalands Community College

    Tucumcari, NM · Public

    • Construction technology
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Phlebotomy
    • +4

  6. Navajo Technical University

    Crownpoint, NM · Public

    • Construction technology
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +5

  7. New Mexico State University - Dona Ana

    Las Cruces, NM · Public

    • Construction technology
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

  8. Santa Fe Community College

    Santa Fe, NM · Public

    • Construction technology
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +18

  9. University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus

    Gallup, NM · Public

    • Construction technology
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +7

  10. University of New Mexico-Taos Campus

    Ranchos de Taos, NM · Public

    • Construction technology
    • CDL & truck driving
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +3

  11. University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus

    Los Lunas, NM · Public

    • Construction technology
    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +5

What construction workers earn in New Mexico

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

Construction worker salary in New MexicoHow to become a construction worker

Median pay
$38,400
$18.46 an hour
Typical range
$30,840–$53,590
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in NM
12,470
Job growth, 2025–35
+7.3%
120,000 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 construction technology schools are in New Mexico?

We list 10 schools in New Mexico with construction technology programs: 10 public colleges. Campuses are in Gallup, Los Lunas, Albuquerque, Ruidoso, and Roswell.

Are there community college construction technology programs in New Mexico?

Yes. 10 public colleges in New Mexico offer construction technology. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does construction technology school cost in New Mexico?

Among the 10 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $2,042 to $11,067. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do construction workers make in New Mexico?

The median pay for construction workers in New Mexico is $38,400 a year, and most earn between $30,840 and $53,590, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a construction technology 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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