How much does a communications teacher make in New Mexico?
$49,880a year
Median yearly pay for communications teachers in New Mexico. That is $23.98 an hour or $4,157 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.98
- Vs. national median
- -37%
- Rank among states
- 48 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,680Median: $49,880Highest 10%: $89,270
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,680 | $20.52 | |
| 25th | $42,680 | $20.52 | |
| Median | $49,880 | $23.98 | |
| 75th | $68,520 | $32.94 | |
| 90th | $89,270 | $42.92 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Albuquerque, NM | $42,680 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for communications teachers.
| 45. Kentucky | $62,380 |
| 46. Mississippi | $61,290 |
| 47. Arkansas | $59,810 |
| 48. New Mexico | $49,880 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a communications teacher make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $23.98 ($49,880 a year).
Do communications teachers make more in New Mexico than the national average?
No: $49,880 against $78,580 nationally, 37% less.
Where does New Mexico rank for communications teacher pay?
New Mexico ranks 48 of 48 states.
Which city in New Mexico pays communications teachers the most?
Albuquerque, NM, with a median of $42,680 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.