The Las Cruces minimum wage for 2026 is $13.01 per hour, $1.01 more than the New Mexico state minimum of $12.00 and well above the $7.25 federal floor.
All employers for work performed in Las Cruces. Tipped cash wage is $5.50; the employer must make up any shortfall to the full $13.01 minimum.
Las Cruces wage details
City minimum wage
$13.01 per hour
Next scheduled change
January 1, 2027
Set by
Local ordinance
Tipped employees
Tipped cash wage is $5.50; the employer must make up any shortfall to the full $13.01 minimum.
Who it applies to
All employers for work performed in Las Cruces.
Las Cruces vs. state vs. federal
| Level | 2026 minimum wage |
|---|---|
| Las Cruces | $13.01 per hour |
| New Mexico | $12.00 per hour |
| Federal | $7.25 per hour |
Employers must pay the highest rate that applies, so in Las Cruces that is the $13.01 city rate.