Largest Employers in New Mexico
The University of New Mexico is the largest employer in the state with over 15,000 employees across various locations. Walmart is the second-largest employer with almost exactly 15,000 employees in 53 locations.
Major Industries in New Mexico
- Healthcare
- Schools
- Universities
- Government
- Manufacturers
- Business Operations
- Engineering Firms
- Agriculture Companies
State’s Top Employers
The top 5 employers in New Mexico are:
- University of New Mexico
- Los Alamos National Laboratory
- Presbyterian Healthcare Services
- Sandia National Laboratories
- Albuquerque Public Schools
Economy in Santa Fe
The economy in Santa Fe, New Mexico is driven by tourism and state government. The state of New Mexico and the Los Alamos National Laboratory are major employers in this region.
Largest Industry in New Mexico
The largest industries in Central Southeast New Mexico PUMA, NM include:
- Elementary & Secondary Schools
- Construction
- Restaurants & Food Services
GE Vernova’s Wind Project
GE Vernova has signed a significant agreement to supply wind turbines for the SunZia Wind Project in central New Mexico, which is expected to be the largest wind farm in the Western Hemisphere when operational.
Oil and Gas Industry
- New Mexico is the sixth largest oil-producing state in the U.S.
- The oil and gas industry contributes significantly to the state’s economy and budget.
- New Mexico ranks second in the nation in oil production and active drilling rigs for crude and natural gas.