Geography Teachers Salary in New Mexico
Geography Teachers in New Mexico earn a median of $89,060 a year, −9% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $89,060
- vs. U.S. median
- −9% ($97,590)
- Rank among states
- 13 of 28
- Jobs in the state
- 30
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,540; the top 10% earn over $128,560. Nationally the range is $52,550 to $165,460.
States ranked near New Mexico
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Geography Teachers pay in New Mexico
How much do geography teachers make in New Mexico?
The median is $89,060 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,540 and the top 10% earn over $128,560. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for geography teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 13 of 28 (−9% vs. the national median of $97,590). Living costs are not included.