How much does a political science teacher make in New Mexico?
$80,640a year
Median yearly pay for political science teachers in New Mexico. That is $38.77 an hour or $6,720 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.77
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,120Median: $80,640Highest 10%: $127,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,120 | $28.90 | |
| 25th | $66,510 | $31.98 | |
| Median | $80,640 | $38.77 | |
| 75th | $106,500 | $51.21 | |
| 90th | $127,800 | $61.46 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for political science teachers.
| 27. Oregon | $83,580 |
| 28. Wisconsin | $83,190 |
| 29. Tennessee | $81,330 |
| 30. New Mexico | $80,640 |
| 31. Utah | $80,610 |
| 32. Iowa | $80,160 |
| 33. Ohio | $80,090 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a political science teacher make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $38.77 ($80,640 a year).
Do political science teachers make more in New Mexico than the national average?
No: $80,640 against $98,070 nationally, 18% less.
Where does New Mexico rank for political science teacher pay?
New Mexico ranks 30 of 45 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.