Childcare Workers Salary in New Mexico
Childcare Workers in New Mexico earn a median of $35,840 a year, +2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $35,840
- vs. U.S. median
- +2% ($34,980)
- Rank among states
- 17 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,120
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $29,880; the top 10% earn over $42,190. Nationally the range is $24,260 to $46,010.
States ranked near New Mexico
Similar jobs in New Mexico
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$44,070 median in New Mexico
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$66,010 median in New Mexico
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$74,380 median in New Mexico
- Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School$66,750 median in New Mexico
- Residential Advisors$37,540 median in New Mexico
- Nannies$35,840 median in New Mexico (broader BLS group)
Childcare Workers pay in New Mexico
How much do childcare workers make in New Mexico?
The median is $35,840 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $29,880 and the top 10% earn over $42,190. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for childcare workers?
On pay alone it ranks 17 of 51 (+2% vs. the national median of $34,980). Living costs are not included.