How much does a social sciences teacher make in New Mexico?
$89,860a year
Median yearly pay for social sciences teachers in New Mexico. That is $43.20 an hour or $7,488 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.20
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $66,090Median: $89,860Highest 10%: $89,860
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $66,090 | $31.77 | |
| 25th | $70,500 | $33.89 | |
| Median | $89,860 | $43.20 | |
| 75th | $89,860 | $43.20 | |
| 90th | $89,860 | $43.20 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social sciences teachers.
| 5. Massachusetts | $98,260 |
| 6. Michigan | $97,450 |
| 7. Virginia | $94,740 |
| 8. New Mexico | $89,860 |
| 9. Iowa | $83,920 |
| 10. Vermont | $83,870 |
| 11. Nevada | $83,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social sciences teacher make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $43.20 ($89,860 a year).
Do social sciences teachers make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $89,860 against $72,990 nationally, 23% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for social sciences teacher pay?
New Mexico ranks 8 of 40 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.