How much does a biological science teacher make in New Mexico?
$98,820a year
Median yearly pay for biological science teachers in New Mexico. That is $47.51 an hour or $8,235 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.51
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,510Median: $98,820Highest 10%: $147,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,510 | $30.05 | |
| 25th | $76,460 | $36.76 | |
| Median | $98,820 | $47.51 | |
| 75th | $129,300 | $62.15 | |
| 90th | $147,500 | $70.92 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Albuquerque, NM | $110,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological science teachers.
| 7. Oregon | $100,800 |
| 8. Montana | $100,500 |
| 9. Illinois | $99,060 |
| 10. New Mexico | $98,820 |
| 11. Colorado | $98,680 |
| 12. New York | $98,180 |
| 13. Washington | $97,280 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological science teacher make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $47.51 ($98,820 a year).
Do biological science teachers make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $98,820 against $84,620 nationally, 17% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for biological science teacher pay?
New Mexico ranks 10 of 49 states.
Which city in New Mexico pays biological science teachers the most?
Albuquerque, NM, with a median of $110,000 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.