NM · BLS OEWS 2024 · SOC 25-2022

Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education Salary in New Mexico

Median Annual Salary $73,520 +17% above national average (national: $62,970)
$75,190Mean Annual
N/AMedian Hourly
4,120Employed in State

Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile

$73,520
$51,700
10th pct.
$103,690
90th pct.

Full Percentile Breakdown

PercentileAnnual WageHourly Wage
10th percentile (entry-level)$51,700N/A
25th percentile$61,970N/A
50th percentile (median)$73,520N/A
75th percentile$79,750N/A
90th percentile (top earners)$103,690N/A
Mean (average)$75,190N/A

How New Mexico Compares

StateMedian Annualvs. New Mexico
New Mexico (current) $73,520
Washington $99,150 +35%
California $96,820 +32%
Rhode Island $89,530 +22%
Massachusetts $84,280 +15%
New York $82,620 +12%
Connecticut $81,040 +10%
District of Columbia $78,090 +6%
Oregon $78,050 +6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education salary in New Mexico?

The mean middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education salary in New Mexico is $75,190 per year. The median (middle) salary is $73,520 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.

What is the starting salary for a Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education in New Mexico?

Entry-level middle school teachers, except special and career/technical educations (10th percentile) in New Mexico typically earn around $51,700 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $61,970 per year.

What is the highest Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education salary in New Mexico?

Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in New Mexico make approximately $103,690 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $79,750 per year.

How does the New Mexico Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education salary compare to the national average?

The median middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education salary in New Mexico is $73,520, which is +17% above national average of $62,970.

Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release. All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education, employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes