New Mexico has hosted 55 US Department of Labor LCA filings for E-3 visa workers across all available fiscal years, with 76.4% certified. The median annualized wage is $96,000. The most-filed role is Physicists, with Triad National Security as the top sponsor.
All roles filed in New Mexico
29 distinct roles have been filed for E-3 visa workers in New Mexico.
| Role | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top city |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physicists | 9 | 44.4% | $97,290 | Los Alamos |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | 5 | 80.0% | $188,125 | Santa Fe |
| Coaches and Scouts | 4 | 75.0% | $34,535 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Mathematicians | 3 | 66.7% | $142,000 | Los Alamos |
| Registered Nurses | 3 | 100.0% | $74,880 | Las Cruces |
| Astronomers | 2 | 100.0% | $101,750 | Los Alamos |
| Chief Executives | 2 | 50.0% | $142,355 | Santa Fe |
| Neuropsychologists and Clinical Neuropsychologists | 2 | 50.0% | $48,568 | Albuquerque |
| Psychologists, All Other | 2 | 50.0% | $40,518 | Albuquerque |
| Religious Workers, All Other | 2 | 50.0% | $37,086 | Santa Fe |
| Software Developers | 2 | 100.0% | $200,000 | Carlsbad |
| Veterinarians | 2 | 100.0% | $126,000 | Veguita |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | 1 | 100.0% | $123,386 | Albuquerque |
| Chemists | 1 | 100.0% | $50,648 | Los Alamos |
| Clergy | 1 | 100.0% | $75,000 | Albuquerque |
| Commercial Pilots | 1 | 100.0% | $998,400 | Clovis |
| Computer Programmers | 1 | 100.0% | $45,190 | Santa Fe |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | 1 | 100.0% | $200,000 | Albuquerque |
| Dentists, General | 1 | 100.0% | $121,472 | Los Lunas |
| Editors | 1 | 100.0% | $41,954 | Albuquerque |
| General and Operations Managers | 1 | 100.0% | $43,000 | Las Cruces |
| Information Technology Project Managers | 1 | 100.0% | $90,000 | Albuquerque |
| Instructional Coordinators | 1 | 100.0% | $52,000 | Santa Fe |
| Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners | 1 | 100.0% | $45,240 | Santa Fe |
| Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | 1 | 100.0% | $39,000 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Photographers | 1 | 100.0% | $30,000 | Taos |
| Social and Community Service Managers | 1 | 100.0% | $104,152 | Albuquerque |
| Teachers and Instructors, All Other | 1 | 100.0% | $52,000 | Santa Fe |
| Writers and Authors | 1 | 0.0% | $41,995 | Albuquerque |
Top employers in New Mexico
Biggest E-3 visa sponsors filing in New Mexico.
| Employer | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Triad National Security | 14 | $99,209 |
| Sun Mountain Capital | 5 | $188,125 |
| Atlas Healthcare | 3 | $74,880 |
| Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute | 3 | $48,568 |
| New Mexico State University | 3 | $70,000 |
| Taos Ski Valley | 3 | $32,760 |
| Ernst & Young | 2 | $200,000 |
| Mea Pescadero | 2 | $142,355 |
| Meet Cute | 2 | $41,975 |
| Mj Farms | 2 | $126,000 |
| Resurrection Anglican Church | 2 | $37,086 |
| Aero Tech | 1 | $998,400 |
| All Faiths Children'S Advocacy Center | 1 | $104,152 |
| Citizen Church | 1 | $75,000 |
| Community Word Project | 1 | $52,000 |
Top cities
Cities in New Mexico with the most E-3 visa filings.
| City | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Los Alamos | 14 | $99,209 |
| Santa Fe | 13 | $142,355 |
| Albuquerque | 12 | $48,568 |
| Las Cruces | 5 | $73,715 |
| Taos Ski Valley | 3 | $32,760 |
| Veguita | 2 | $126,000 |
| Carlsbad | 1 | $200,000 |
| Clovis | 1 | $998,400 |
| Los Lunas | 1 | $121,472 |
| Malaga | 1 | $200,000 |
| Sunspot | 1 | $70,000 |
| Taos | 1 | $30,000 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend for E-3 visa filings in New Mexico.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | 9 | 77.8% | |
| FY2021 | 10 | 70.0% | |
| FY2022 | 8 | 87.5% | |
| FY2023 | 10 | 80.0% | |
| FY2024 | 6 | 66.7% | |
| FY2025 | 5 | 80.0% | |
| FY2026 | 7 | 71.4% |
Frequently asked questions
How many E-3 visas are filed in New Mexico?
55 LCA filings for E-3 visa workers in New Mexico across all available fiscal years, with 76.4% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median E-3 visa wage in New Mexico?
The median annualized wage for E-3 visa workers in New Mexico is $96,000, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded.
Which roles get the most E-3 visa filings in New Mexico?
The top E-3 visa roles in New Mexico are: Physicists (9 filings), Financial and Investment Analysts (5 filings), Coaches and Scouts (4 filings). The full list of roles filed is shown on this page.
Which employers sponsor the most E-3 visas in New Mexico?
The top E-3 visa sponsors in New Mexico are: Triad National Security (14 filings), Sun Mountain Capital (5 filings), Atlas Healthcare (3 filings).
Can Australians work in New Mexico on an E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and New Mexico is one of the US states with active E-3 sponsorship. The data on this page shows the employers and roles being filed there.
