Preschool Teachers Salary in New Mexico
Preschool Teachers in New Mexico earn a median of $44,070 a year, +16% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $44,070
- vs. U.S. median
- +16% ($38,140)
- Rank among states
- 17 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,490
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $32,270; the top 10% earn over $79,560. Nationally the range is $28,990 to $61,390.
States ranked near New Mexico
Similar jobs in New Mexico
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$66,010 median in New Mexico
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$74,380 median in New Mexico
- Childcare Workers$35,840 median in New Mexico
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education$74,550 median in New Mexico
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education$75,900 median in New Mexico
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term$36,400 median in New Mexico
Preschool Teachers pay in New Mexico
How much do preschool teachers make in New Mexico?
The median is $44,070 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $32,270 and the top 10% earn over $79,560. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for preschool teachers?
On pay alone it ranks 17 of 51 (+16% vs. the national median of $38,140). Living costs are not included.