AQI 48 · Ozone · Trend: Stable
| Average AQI | 48 |
| Good Days / Year | 225 |
| Unhealthy Days / Year | 8 |
| Primary Pollutant | Ozone |
| PM2.5 Average | 7.5 µg/m³ |
| Trend | → Stable |
| Monitoring Stations | 22 |
| Nonattainment Areas | 0 |
New Mexico has generally good air quality thanks to its high elevation and open terrain. However, oil/gas operations in the Permian Basin, increasing wildfire severity, and desert dust create localized and seasonal challenges.
NM Environment Dept. Air Quality Bureau manages standards. Oil and gas emission rules strengthened in recent years.
No current nonattainment areas. New Mexico's high altitude and open terrain generally disperse pollutants well.