How much does a special education teacher make in New Mexico?
$86,520a year
Median yearly pay for special education teachers in New Mexico. That is $41.60 an hour or $7,210 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.60
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $79,710Median: $86,520Highest 10%: $107,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $79,710 | $38.32 | |
| 25th | $86,520 | $41.60 | |
| Median | $86,520 | $41.60 | |
| 75th | $107,300 | $51.56 | |
| 90th | $107,300 | $51.56 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for special education teachers.
| 1. California | $103,100 |
| 2. New Mexico | $86,520 |
| 3. Delaware | $85,040 |
| 4. Oregon | $82,240 |
| 5. Rhode Island | $80,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a special education teacher make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $41.60 ($86,520 a year).
Do special education teachers make more in New Mexico than the national average?
Yes: $86,520 against $76,580 nationally, 13% more.
Where does New Mexico rank for special education teacher pay?
New Mexico ranks 2 of 42 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.