Plumbing schools in New Mexico
New Mexico has 6 plumbing programs to choose from, including college plumbing programs and Job Corps plumbing programs. Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters in New Mexico earn a median $61,440 a year, $2,360 below the national median.
- $61,440Median plumber pay per year
- $29.54Median per hour
- $45,190 to $78,210Middle half of plumbers
- $87,700Top 10% earn more than
Plumbing programs at colleges and career centers in New Mexico
Community colleges, technical colleges and career and technical centers teach plumbing in certificate and associate programs, usually in one to two years. Most are public, with in-district tuition well below private trade schools.
Central New Mexico Community College
Navajo Technical University
Northern New Mexico College
Dona Ana Community College of NMSU-C16
Santa Fe Community College
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Job Corps plumbing programs in New Mexico
Job Corps is a free career training program for ages 16 to 24. Its Plumbing, Pre-Apprentice course prepares students for a registered apprenticeship.
Albuquerque Job Corps Center
Cities in New Mexico with several programs
- Albuquerque (2)
Becoming a plumber in New Mexico
Most plumbers learn the trade through a four to five year apprenticeship that combines paid work with classroom instruction. A college or trade school program can shorten the path by teaching the basics first. New Mexico sets its own licensing rules, so check with the state licensing board for the hours and exam you will need. Our guide explains how to become a plumber step by step, and the plumber pay table compares New Mexico with every other state.