How much does a preschool teacher make in New Mexico?
$44,070a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in New Mexico. That is $21.19 an hour or $3,673 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.19
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,490
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,270Median: $44,070Highest 10%: $79,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,270 | $15.51 | |
| 25th | $37,230 | $17.90 | |
| Median | $44,070 | $21.19 | |
| 75th | $60,740 | $29.20 | |
| 90th | $79,560 | $38.25 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Santa Fe, NM | $46,400 |
| Las Cruces, NM | $44,430 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $44,050 |
| Farmington, NM | $37,230 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for preschool teachers.
| 14. Oregon | $45,140 |
| 15. Maryland | $44,600 |
| 16. South Dakota | $44,500 |
| 17. New Mexico | $44,070 |
| 18. Georgia | $43,920 |
| 19. Maine | $43,890 |
| 20. Minnesota | $43,430 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $21.19 ($44,070 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $44,070 against $38,140 nationally, 16% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for preschool teacher pay?
New Mexico ranks 17 of 51 states.
Which city in New Mexico pays preschool teachers the most?
Santa Fe, NM, with a median of $46,400 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.