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Santa Fe County Minimum Wage (2026)
$15.40 per hour · County ordinance effective 2026-03-01 +$3.40 vs NM state
At a glance
| Current rate | $15.40/hour |
| Effective date | 2026-03-01 |
| Full-time annual | $32,032 |
| New Mexico state rate | $12.00 (local is higher — local applies) |
Employer rules
Applies to unincorporated Santa Fe County (outside the City of Santa Fe, Española, and Edgewood). Tipped base: $4.62/hr. Adjusted annually by CPI (Western region).
FAQ
What is the minimum wage in Santa Fe County?
$15.40 per hour since 2026-03-01. This is higher than the NM state minimum ($12.00), so the local rate applies for work performed in Santa Fe County.
Does the Santa Fe County rate apply to all employers?
Applies to unincorporated Santa Fe County (outside the City of Santa Fe, Española, and Edgewood). Tipped base: $4.62/hr. Adjusted annually by CPI (Western region).
Which applies if city and state rates differ?
Employers must pay the highest of federal, state, and local rates for work performed in that jurisdiction.
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Official source: santafecountynm.gov/livingwage · Compare New Mexico state rate → · Verified 2026-09-15