What are the main factors that influence an Apprentice Fitter's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Apprentice Fitter?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Apprentice Fitter roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change An Apprentice Fitter's salary?

An Apprentice Fitter's salary grows with experience: starting around $48,949 for beginners, reaching about $50,911 at mid-level, and approach $51,365 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Apprentice Fitter?

Apprentice Fitter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Apprentice Fitter roles are District of Columbia $60,643, California $60,413, Massachusetts $59,607. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Apprentice Fitter roles make?

Salaries for Apprentice Fitter level roles vary by specialization: Gas Fitter: $100,235; Orthotic Fitter: $85,351; Instrument Fitter: $67,916; Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice: $58,645; Fitter Welder: $56,534.

Apprentice Fitter Salary in New Mexico

How much does an Apprentice Fitter make in New Mexico? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Apprentice Fitter in New Mexico is $50,729 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, an Apprentice Fitter's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,215
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,262 to $57,265
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,285

10% $40,285

50% (Median) $50,729

90% $63,215

Apprentice Fitter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,265	$4,772	$1,101	$28
Average	$50,729	$4,227	$976	$24
25th Percentile	$45,262	$3,772	$870	$22

Salary Factors Salary by Experience Related Job Salaries Top Paying Cities Explore Related Jobs

For HR & Compensation Team

What should I pay?

See how Salary.com helps teams price roles more accurately.

Benchmark Apprentice Fitter with confidence

Get deeper market data to support decisions.

Work Email

Phone No.

Choose a perfect time to talk with a compensation expert.

Book a Demo

Check out Apprentice Fitter Job Openings in New Mexico

Apprentice Meat Cutter

Giant Eagle – CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, PA

Apprentice Cake Decorator

Giant Eagle – NEWBURGH HEIGHTS, OH

Bolt Up Hand Fitter

Morrow Renewables LLC – MINEOLA, TX

Elevator Construction Apprentice

National Elevator Industry Educational Program – SEATTLE, WA

Key Factors That Influence Apprentice Fitter Salaries

An Apprentice Fitter's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Apprentice Fitter Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Apprentice Fitter's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $48,949
Early Career (1-2 years): $49,549
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $50,911
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $51,183
Expert (over 8 years): $51,365

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level Apprentice Fitter	less than 1 year	$48,949
Early Career Level Apprentice Fitter	1-2 years	$49,549
Mid-Level Level Apprentice Fitter	2-4 years	$50,911
Senior-Level Level Apprentice Fitter	5-8 years	$51,183
Expert Level Apprentice Fitter	over 8 years	$51,365

How Do Apprentice Fitter Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Apprentice Fitters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $60,643.
California: $60,413.
Massachusetts: $59,607.

District of Columbia $60,643 California $60,413 Massachusetts $59,607 Washington $59,388 New Jersey $59,367 Alaska $59,290 Connecticut $58,534 New York $58,227

Hawaii $57,247 Rhode Island $56,787 Maryland $56,475 Minnesota $56,047 Colorado $55,883 Illinois $55,828 Oregon $55,620 Delaware $55,467

New Hampshire $55,370 Virginia $55,155 Pennsylvania $54,525 Nevada $54,207 North Dakota $54,103 Michigan $53,939 Wisconsin $53,878 Vermont $53,758

Texas $53,424 Maine $53,402 Arizona $53,369 Ohio $53,331 Georgia $52,827 Indiana $52,575 Wyoming $52,526 Utah $52,449

Iowa $52,416 Kansas $52,153 Louisiana $52,076 North Carolina $52,049 Missouri $52,038 Florida $51,825 Montana $51,709 Nebraska $51,600

Kentucky $51,540 South Carolina $51,321 Tennessee $51,184 Idaho $51,129 New Mexico $50,729 Oklahoma $50,641 Alabama $50,318 South Dakota $49,776

Arkansas $49,480 West Virginia $49,321 Mississippi $48,845

Top Paying Cities for Apprentice Fitter

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Algodones: $51,269
Belen: $50,984
Bernalillo: $51,360

Algodones, NM $51,269

Belen, NM $50,984

Bernalillo, NM $51,360

Bluewater, NM $50,282

Bosque, NM $50,609

Casa Blanca, NM $50,724

Cedar Crest, NM $51,403

Cedarvale, NM $49,387

Cerrillos, NM $51,306

Claunch, NM $49,204

Coyote, NM $50,551

Cuba, NM $50,469

Cubero, NM $50,836

Edgewood, NM $51,173

Estancia, NM $50,563

Gallina, NM $50,286

Counselor, NM $50,317

Grants, NM $50,224

Milan, NM $50,425

Isleta, NM $51,448

Jarales, NM $50,934

Jemez Pueblo, NM $51,023

Jemez Springs, NM $50,865

Laguna, NM $51,085

La Jara, NM $50,413

La Joya, NM $50,296

Lindrith, NM $50,236

Los Lunas, NM $51,254

Mcintosh, NM $50,841

Pueblo Of Acoma, NM $50,503

Moriarty, NM $50,670

Mountainair, NM $50,124

Nageezi, NM $50,250

New Laguna, NM $50,811

Paguate, NM $50,846

Pena Blanca, NM $51,414

Peralta, NM $51,335

Placitas, NM $51,361

Ponderosa, NM $50,958

Prewitt, NM $50,266

Regina, NM $50,301

Sandia Park, NM $51,274

Corrales, NM $51,467

San Fidel, NM $50,537

San Rafael, NM $50,322

Santo Domingo Pueblo, NM $51,274

San Ysidro, NM $51,205

Stanley, NM $50,663

Tijeras, NM $51,280

Tome, NM $51,185

Torreon, NM $51,015

Veguita, NM $50,605

Willard, NM $50,033

Youngsville, NM $50,565

Bosque Farms, NM $51,429

Clines Corners, NM $50,357

Cochiti Pueblo, NM $51,313

Cochiti Lake, NM $51,380

Albuquerque, NM $51,496

Kirtland Afb, NM $51,496

Rio Rancho, NM $51,412

Gallup, NM $50,339

Brimhall, NM $50,197

Church Rock, NM $50,220

Continental Divide, NM $50,185

Crownpoint, NM $50,226

Fence Lake, NM $50,002

Fort Wingate, NM $50,203

Gamerco, NM $50,287

Mentmore, NM $50,209

Mexican Springs, NM $50,203

Ramah, NM $50,111

Rehoboth, NM $50,237

Thoreau, NM $50,239

Tohatchi, NM $50,193

Vanderwagen, NM $50,203

Zuni, NM $50,191

Navajo, NM $50,260

Jamestown, NM $50,135

Pinehill, NM $50,072

Sheep Springs, NM $50,248

Smith Lake, NM $50,435

Yatahey, NM $50,230

Farmington, NM $50,471

Aztec, NM $50,564

Blanco, NM $50,328

Bloomfield, NM $50,268

Flora Vista, NM $50,523

Fruitland, NM $50,207

Kirtland, NM $50,524

La Plata, NM $50,542

Navajo Dam, NM $50,519

Shiprock, NM $50,449

Waterflow, NM $50,423

Newcomb, NM $50,217

Sanostee, NM $50,249

Santa Fe, NM $51,759

Abiquiu, NM $50,343

Alcalde, NM $51,220

Amalia, NM $50,266

Arroyo Hondo, NM $50,196

Arroyo Seco, NM $50,254

Canjilon, NM $50,187

Canones, NM $50,645

Carson, NM $50,388

Cebolla, NM $50,217

Cerro, NM $50,232

Chama, NM $50,437

Chamisal, NM $51,084

Chimayo, NM $51,443

Cordova, NM $51,356

Costilla, NM $50,477

Taos Ski Valley, NM $50,094

Dixon, NM $51,035

Dulce, NM $50,436

El Prado, NM $50,298

El Rito, NM $50,529

Embudo, NM $50,773

Espanola, NM $51,380

Glorieta, NM $51,559

Hernandez, NM $50,903

Ilfeld, NM $51,083

La Madera, NM $50,440

Lamy, NM $51,363

Llano, NM $50,980

Los Alamos, NM $51,484

White Rock, NM $51,581

Medanales, NM $50,959

Ojo Caliente, NM $50,660

Los Ojos, NM $50,313

Pecos, NM $51,399

Penasco, NM $50,791

Petaca, NM $50,141

Questa, NM $50,285

Ranchos De Taos, NM $50,550

Red River, NM $50,141

Ribera, NM $50,464

Rowe, NM $51,132

San Cristobal, NM $50,140

San Jose, NM $51,006

Ohkay Owingeh, NM $51,255

Santa Cruz, NM $51,425

Serafina, NM $50,336

Taos, NM $50,269

Tererro, NM $51,563

Tesuque, NM $51,759

Tierra Amarilla, NM $50,269

Trampas, NM $50,749

Tres Piedras, NM $50,127

Truchas, NM $51,212

Vadito, NM $50,724

Valdez, NM $50,178

Vallecitos, NM $50,138

Velarde, NM $50,958

Villanueva, NM $50,367

Spaceport City, NM $49,340

Las Vegas, NM $49,939

Angel Fire, NM $50,087

Anton Chico, NM $49,853

Buena Vista, NM $50,311

Chacon, NM $50,346

Cimarron, NM $50,008

Cleveland, NM $50,703

Eagle Nest, NM $50,046

Guadalupita, NM $50,269

Holman, NM $50,574

La Loma, NM $49,769

Maxwell, NM $50,025

Miami, NM $49,917

Mills, NM $49,740

Montezuma, NM $50,961

Mora, NM $50,775

Mosquero, NM $49,697

Ocate, NM $49,972

Ojo Feliz, NM $50,103

Rainsville, NM $50,323

Raton, NM $50,151

Rociada, NM $50,987

Roy, NM $49,751

Sapello, NM $50,544

Solano, NM $49,690

Springer, NM $49,895

Ute Park, NM $50,032

Valmora, NM $49,897

Wagon Mound, NM $49,840

Watrous, NM $49,914

Socorro, NM $49,799

Aragon, NM $49,949

Datil, NM $49,743

Lemitar, NM $50,030

Luna, NM $50,038

Magdalena, NM $49,747

Pie Town, NM $49,913

Polvadera, NM $50,151

Quemado, NM $50,017

Reserve, NM $49,927

San Acacia, NM $50,233

San Antonio, NM $49,523

Truth Or Consequences, NM $49,513

Arrey, NM $49,504

Caballo, NM $49,538

Derry, NM $49,286

Elephant Butte, NM $49,641

Garfield, NM $49,143

Hatch, NM $48,356

Monticello, NM $49,510

Rincon, NM $48,078

Salem, NM $48,990

Williamsburg, NM $49,575

Winston, NM $49,546

Las Cruces, NM $47,448

White Sands Missile Range, NM $47,604

Santa Teresa, NM $47,950

Playas, NM $49,742

Animas, NM $49,864

Anthony, NM $47,938

Arenas Valley, NM $49,776

Bayard, NM $49,730

Berino, NM $47,721

Buckhorn, NM $49,781

Santa Clara, NM $49,817

Chamberino, NM $47,771

Cliff, NM $49,723

Columbus, NM $49,590

Deming, NM $49,601

Dona Ana, NM $47,450

Fairacres, NM $47,592

Faywood, NM $49,578

Fort Bayard, NM $49,769

Gila, NM $49,650

Glenwood, NM $49,689

Hachita, NM $49,590

Hanover, NM $49,600

Hillsboro, NM $49,499

Hurley, NM $49,696

La Mesa, NM $48,356

Lordsburg, NM $49,705

Mesilla, NM $47,449

Mesilla Park, NM $47,454

Mesquite, NM $47,495

Mimbres, NM $49,640

Mule Creek, NM $49,774

Organ, NM $47,479

Pinos Altos, NM $49,722

Radium Springs, NM $47,469

Redrock, NM $49,596

Rodeo, NM $49,927

San Miguel, NM $47,477

Silver City, NM $49,723

Sunland Park, NM $47,695

Tyrone, NM $49,870

Vado, NM $47,514

Chaparral, NM $48,113

Clovis, NM $49,628

Cannon Afb, NM $49,518

Broadview, NM $49,483

Causey, NM $49,398

Crossroads, NM $49,281

Dora, NM $49,515

Elida, NM $49,310

Floyd, NM $49,430

Fort Sumner, NM $49,390

Grady, NM $49,530

House, NM $49,491

Kenna, NM $49,311

Lingo, NM $49,395

Melrose, NM $49,499

Milnesand, NM $49,291

Pep, NM $49,358

Portales, NM $49,539

Rogers, NM $49,372

Saint Vrain, NM $49,531

Taiban, NM $49,373

Texico, NM $49,550

Yeso, NM $49,194

Roswell, NM $49,251

Artesia, NM $49,348

Caprock, NM $49,248

Carlsbad, NM $49,381

Dexter, NM $49,286

Eunice, NM $49,424

Hagerman, NM $49,311

Hobbs, NM $49,497

Hope, NM $49,130

Jal, NM $49,366

Lake Arthur, NM $49,229

Lakewood, NM $49,302

Loco Hills, NM $49,393

Loving, NM $49,368

Lovington, NM $49,449

Mcdonald, NM $49,314

Malaga, NM $49,320

Maljamar, NM $49,272

Monument, NM $49,388

Tatum, NM $49,346

Whites City, NM $49,429

Carrizozo, NM $49,017

Alamogordo, NM $48,861

Alto, NM $49,025

Bent, NM $48,871

Capitan, NM $48,911

Cloudcroft, NM $48,865

Corona, NM $49,231

Encino, NM $49,626

Fort Stanton, NM $48,931

Glencoe, NM $48,896

High Rolls Mountain Park, NM $48,856

Holloman Air Force Base, NM $48,856

Hondo, NM $48,941

La Luz, NM $48,856

Lincoln, NM $48,799

Mayhill, NM $48,967

Mescalero, NM $48,878

Nogal, NM $49,088

Orogrande, NM $48,881

Picacho, NM $48,931

Pinon, NM $49,115

Ruidoso, NM $49,118

Ruidoso Downs, NM $49,051

Sacramento, NM $48,900

San Patricio, NM $48,958

Sunspot, NM $48,856

Timberon, NM $48,962

Tinnie, NM $48,902

Tularosa, NM $48,888

Vaughn, NM $49,426

Weed, NM $48,961

Tucumcari, NM $49,671

Amistad, NM $49,607

Bard, NM $49,528

Capulin, NM $50,089

Clayton, NM $49,704

Conchas Dam, NM $49,749

Cuervo, NM $49,509

Des Moines, NM $49,891

Folsom, NM $49,968

Garita, NM $49,653

Gladstone, NM $49,753

Grenville, NM $49,744

Logan, NM $49,670

Mcalister, NM $49,516

Nara Visa, NM $49,552

Newkirk, NM $49,607

Quay, NM $49,635

San Jon, NM $49,582

Santa Rosa, NM $49,635

Sedan, NM $49,653

Trementina, NM $49,651

Apprentice Fitter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Apprentice Fitter roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Apprentice Fitter positions in Telecom or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Apprentice Fitter as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Apprentice Fitter

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$71,021	$34.0	40%
Pharmaceuticals	$65,948	$32.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$60,875	$29.0	20%
Financial Services	$58,338	$28.0	15%
Biotechnology	$55,802	$27.0	10%

Apprentice Fitter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Apprentice Fitter's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

$45,262

Average $50,729/year

$57,265

$3,772

Average $4,227/month

$4,772

$870

Average $976/week

$1,101

$22

Average $24/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,265	$4,772	$1,101	$28
Average	$50,729	$4,227	$976	$24
25th Percentile	$45,262	$3,772	$870	$22

Find Your Next Apprentice Fitter Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Apprentice Fitter job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

Rutland Regional Medical Center | RUTLAND TOWN, VT

Sleep Technologist Apprentice

Rutland Regional Medical Center | RUTLAND TOWN, VT

Sleep Technologist Apprentice Under general supervision of the Center for Sleep Disorders leadership, the Sleep Technologist Apprentice will be trained for... more

17 Days Ago
Trane Technologies | LA VISTA, NE

Service Technician Apprentice

Trane Technologies | LA VISTA, NE

Be a part of our mission. As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, ... more

5 Days Ago
Trane Technologies | DAVENPORT, IA

HVAC Service Technician Apprentice

Trane Technologies | DAVENPORT, IA

Be a part of our mission. As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, ... more

5 Days Ago
Trane Technologies | DAVENPORT, IA

HVAC Technician Apprentice

Trane Technologies | DAVENPORT, IA

Be a part of our mission. As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, ... more

5 Days Ago
Trane Technologies | CHARLESTON, SC

HVAC Controls Apprentice

Trane Technologies | CHARLESTON, SC

Be a part of our mission. As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, ... more

5 Days Ago
Trane Technologies | EASTGATE, WA

Service Technician Apprentice

Trane Technologies | EASTGATE, WA

Be a part of our mission. As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, ... more

5 Days Ago

For Employees

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Get a Salary Increase

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

Search Job Openings

For Employers

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Adjust Employee Salary

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Price My Industry Jobs

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about

Salary Search

Salary Calculator Tools

Know Your Worth

Advance at Work

Explore Career Path

Land Your Next Role

Software + AI

Data

Survey Catalogue

Apprentice Fitter Salary in New Mexico

Check out Apprentice Fitter Job Openings in New Mexico

Key Factors That Influence Apprentice Fitter Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Apprentice Fitter Salaries?

How Do Apprentice Fitter Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Apprentice Fitter

Apprentice Fitter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for an Apprentice Fitter

Apprentice Fitter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Find Your Next Apprentice Fitter Job

For Employees

For Employers

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Apprentice Fitter Salary in New Mexico

Check out Apprentice Fitter Job Openings in New Mexico

Key Factors That Influence Apprentice Fitter Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Apprentice Fitter Salaries?

How Do Apprentice Fitter Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Apprentice Fitter

Apprentice Fitter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for an Apprentice Fitter

Apprentice Fitter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Salaries of jobs related to Apprentice Fitter

Find Your Next Apprentice Fitter Job

For Employees

For Employers

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?