Welding schools in New Mexico
Looking for welding schools in New Mexico? There are 14, including 14 public colleges. Welders in New Mexico earn a median $59,840 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 14
- Public colleges
- 14
- Median pay in NM
- $59,840
14 welding schools
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Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College
Ruidoso, NM · Public
- Welding
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- EMT & paramedic
- +5
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Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus
Roswell, NM · Public
- Welding
- HVAC technician
- Automotive technician
- +15
New Mexico Junior College
Hobbs, NM · Public
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +3
New Mexico State University-Alamogordo
Alamogordo, NM · Public
- Welding
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +3
New Mexico State University-Grants
Grants, NM · Public
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +2
University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus
Gallup, NM · Public
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +7
What welders earn in New Mexico
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $59,840
- $28.77 an hour
- Typical range
- $36,860–$92,760
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NM
- 2,390
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +2.4%
- 40,300 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 welding schools are in New Mexico?
We list 14 schools in New Mexico with welding programs: 14 public colleges. Campuses are in Clovis, Gallup, Albuquerque, Ruidoso, and Roswell.
Are there community college welding programs in New Mexico?
Yes. 14 public colleges in New Mexico offer welding. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does welding school cost in New Mexico?
Among the 14 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $68 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 welders make in New Mexico?
The median pay for welders in New Mexico is $59,840 a year, and most earn between $36,860 and $92,760, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a welding 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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