How much does a preschool teacher make in Santa Fe?
$46,400a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in the Santa Fe, NM metro area. That is $22.31 an hour or $3,867 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.31
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among cities
- 33 of 383
- Jobs in the area
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,690Median: $46,400Highest 10%: $66,960
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,690 | $18.12 | |
| 25th | $41,210 | $19.81 | |
| Median | $46,400 | $22.31 | |
| 75th | $60,440 | $29.06 | |
| 90th | $66,960 | $32.19 |
Other cities in New Mexico
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers.
| Las Cruces, NM | $44,430 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $44,050 |
| Farmington, NM | $37,230 |
Related jobs in Santa Fe
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Postsecondary Teacher | $115,000 |
| Special Education Teacher | $82,590 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $80,240 |
| Special Education Teacher | $78,880 |
| Secondary School Teacher | $77,260 |
| Career/Technical Education Teacher | $74,430 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $73,750 |
| Librarian and Media Collections Specialist | $64,500 |
| Tutor | $62,400 |
| Self-Enrichment Teacher | $49,090 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Santa Fe?
The median hourly pay in the Santa Fe, NM metro area is $22.31 ($46,400 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Santa Fe than the national average?
Yes: $46,400 against $38,140 nationally, 22% more.
How does Santa Fe compare with the rest of New Mexico?
The median in New Mexico is $44,070, so Santa Fe pays 5% more.
Where does Santa Fe rank for preschool teacher pay?
33 of 383 metro areas with data.
How much does a preschool teacher make starting out in Santa Fe?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,690 or less a year; the top 10% make $66,960 or more.
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.