Recording Studio Engineer Salary in Albuquerque, New Mexico

How much does a Recording Studio Engineer make in Albuquerque, NM?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Recording Studio Engineer in Albuquerque, NM is $56,619. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $52,096 to $62,473, with most professionals earning between $47,978 and $67,803.

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What is a Recording Studio Engineer?

A Recording Studio Engineer is responsible for operating and maintaining the technical equipment used to record, mix, and produce music and other audio content. This includes setting up microphones, operating recording software and hardware, and ensuring that the sound quality meets the desired standards. The engineer may also work closely with artists and producers to achieve the desired sound and may be involved in the editing and mixing process to create a final product. Additionally, they may be responsible for troubleshooting technical issues and ensuring that the studio equipment is properly maintained. Overall, the Recording Studio Engineer plays a crucial role in the production of high-quality audio content.

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What does a Recording Studio Engineer do?

Common responsibilities of a Recording Studio Engineer

Keep up to date with the latest recording technology and techniques to continually improve the quality of recordings.

September 07, 2023

Collaborate with musicians and vocalists to capture the best performances.

September 25, 2023

Set up and operate recording equipment, including microphones, mixing boards, and digital audio workstations.

October 13, 2023

Use sound processing tools and effects to enhance the audio quality of recordings.

October 19, 2023

Provide guidance and support to artists and producers throughout the recording process.

October 19, 2023

Monitor and adjust sound levels during recording sessions to ensure high-quality audio.

October 29, 2023

Edit and mix recorded tracks to create a final product that meets the artist's vision.

November 01, 2023

Maintain a clean and organized studio environment to ensure a professional and efficient work space.

November 07, 2023

Work with artists and producers to achieve the desired sound for a recording.

November 18, 2023

Troubleshoot technical issues with recording equipment and software.

November 28, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Recording Studio Engineer in Albuquerque, NM

Average Base Salary

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52096

62473

56619

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

52126

62597

56657

What is the average salary for Recording Studio Engineer in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Recording Studio Engineer in Albuquerque, NM. The base salary for Recording Studio Engineer ranges from $52,096 to $62,473 with the average base salary of $56,619. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $52,126 to $62,597 with the average total cash compensation of $56,657.

View Average Salary for Recording Studio Engineer as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$56,619	$52,096 - $62,473
Bonus	$38	$30 - $124
Total Pay	$56,657	$52,126 - $62,597

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Recording Studio Engineer Salary Near Albuquerque, NM

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
CITY, STATE Rio Rancho, NM	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $51,930 - $62,274	COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
CITY, STATE Santa Fe, NM	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,362 - $62,792	COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
CITY, STATE Farmington, NM	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $51,398 - $61,636	COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
CITY, STATE Alamogordo, NM	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $49,425 - $59,270	COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
CITY, STATE Roswell, NM	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $48,594 - $58,274	COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM
CITY, STATE Las Cruces, NM	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $48,001 - $57,563	COMPARE TO Albuquerque, NM

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About Albuquerque, New Mexico

According to the United States Census Bureau, Albuquerque has a total area of 189.5 square miles (490.9 km2), of which 187.7 square miles (486.2 km2) is land and 1.8 square miles (4.7 km2), or 0.96%, is water. Albuquerque lies within the northern, upper edges of the Chihuahuan Desert ecoregion, based on long-term patterns of climate, associations of plants and wildlife, and landforms, including drainage patterns. Located in central New Mexico, the city also has noticeable influences from the adjacent Colorado Plateau semi-desert, Arizona-New Mexico Mountains, and Southwest plateaus and plains ...

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