How much does a physics teacher make in New Mexico?
$108,900a year
Median yearly pay for physics teachers in New Mexico. That is $52.33 an hour or $9,071 a month.
- Hourly
- $52.33
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $80,800Median: $108,900Highest 10%: $142,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $80,800 | $38.85 | |
| 25th | $89,290 | $42.93 | |
| Median | $108,900 | $52.33 | |
| 75th | $119,100 | $57.26 | |
| 90th | $142,800 | $68.65 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for physics teachers.
| 3. Massachusetts | $111,300 |
| 4. Maryland | $111,000 |
| 5. Michigan | $109,100 |
| 6. New Mexico | $108,900 |
| 7. Delaware | $108,800 |
| 8. Minnesota | $107,200 |
| 9. Idaho | $106,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physics teacher make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $52.33 ($108,900 a year).
Do physics teachers make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $108,900 against $100,300 nationally, 9% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for physics teacher pay?
New Mexico ranks 6 of 47 states.
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.