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Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in New Mexico
Ranked #13 of 50 · NM
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of kindergarten teachers, except special educations in New Mexico earn between $51,420 and $88,570. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean kindergarten teachers, except special education salary in New Mexico is $71,000, about 2.3% above the U.S. average ($69,370). That works out to roughly $34/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New Mexico
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area | $75,890 | $71,610 | 280 |
| Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area | $75,260 | $76,280 | 130 |
| Las Cruces, NM | $74,400 | $69,960 | 160 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $66,440 | $69,060 | 290 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do kindergarten teachers, except special education make in New Mexico?
The median kindergarten teachers, except special education salary in New Mexico is $74,380 per year (mean $71,000), and about 80% earn between $51,420 and $88,570.
How much do kindergarten teachers, except special education make per hour in New Mexico?
Roughly $34 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $71,000 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is New Mexico a high-paying state for kindergarten teachers, except special education?
New Mexico ranks #13 of 50 states for kindergarten teachers, except special education pay. Its mean salary of $71,000 is about 2.3% above the U.S. average of $69,370.
Which metro areas in New Mexico pay kindergarten teachers, except special education the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in New Mexico for kindergarten teachers, except special education are Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area ($75,890), Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area ($75,260), Las Cruces, NM ($74,400), by median annual wage.
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