How much does a childcare worker make in New Mexico?
$35,840a year
Median yearly pay for childcare workers in New Mexico. That is $17.23 an hour or $2,987 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.23
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,880Median: $35,840Highest 10%: $42,190
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,880 | $14.37 | |
| 25th | $31,240 | $15.02 | |
| Median | $35,840 | $17.23 | |
| 75th | $36,940 | $17.76 | |
| 90th | $42,190 | $20.28 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Santa Fe, NM | $36,440 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $36,340 |
| Farmington, NM | $34,820 |
| Las Cruces, NM | $34,270 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for childcare workers.
| 14. Maine | $36,350 |
| 15. Alaska | $36,200 |
| 16. Maryland | $36,030 |
| 17. New Mexico | $35,840 |
| 18. Illinois | $35,830 |
| 19. Minnesota | $35,520 |
| 20. Montana | $35,120 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a childcare worker make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $17.23 ($35,840 a year).
Do childcare workers make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $35,840 against $34,980 nationally, 2% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for childcare worker pay?
New Mexico ranks 17 of 51 states.
Which city in New Mexico pays childcare workers the most?
Santa Fe, NM, with a median of $36,440 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.