Fire science programs in New Mexico
We found 8 schools offering fire science & firefighting training in New Mexico, with campuses in Clovis, Los Alamos, Albuquerque, and Ruidoso and more. Firefighters in New Mexico earn a median $41,590 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 8
- Public colleges
- 8
- Median pay in NM
- $41,590
8 fire science & firefighting schools
School results
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +29
Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College
Ruidoso, NM · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Welding
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +5
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Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus
Roswell, NM · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +15
New Mexico State University - Dona Ana
Las Cruces, NM · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +22
University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus
Los Alamos, NM · Public
- Fire science & firefighting
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- EMT & paramedic
- +1
What firefighters earn in New Mexico
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $41,590
- $19.99 an hour
- Typical range
- $31,200–$57,780
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NM
- 2,420
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +3.7%
- 26,800 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 fire science & firefighting schools are in New Mexico?
We list 8 schools in New Mexico with fire science & firefighting programs: 8 public colleges. Campuses are in Clovis, Los Alamos, Albuquerque, Ruidoso, and Roswell.
Are there community college fire science & firefighting programs in New Mexico?
Yes. 8 public colleges in New Mexico offer fire science & firefighting. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does fire science & firefighting school cost in New Mexico?
Among the 8 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 $13,470. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do firefighters make in New Mexico?
The median pay for firefighters in New Mexico is $41,590 a year, and most earn between $31,200 and $57,780, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a fire science & firefighting 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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Fire science programs in other states
- California (57)
- Florida (33)
- Ohio (29)
- Texas (27)
- Illinois (23)
- North Carolina (18)
- Arizona (13)
- Georgia (13)
- Massachusetts (11)
- Kentucky (10)
- Oregon (10)
- Wisconsin (10)
- Kansas (9)
- Washington (9)
- Colorado (8)
- Michigan (8)