Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Eastern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $64,490 +3.4% vs national
Median hourly —
10th percentile $50,600
90th percentile $78,100
Employed locally 1,890
National median $62,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,600
    25th
    $60,840
    50th (median)
    $64,490
    75th
    $76,130
    90th
    $78,100

    Top-paying metros for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA $103,580
    El Centro, CA $101,960
    Visalia, CA $101,340
    Salinas, CA $101,300
    Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA $101,170
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $100,620

    Related occupations in Eastern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $29,710
    Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $66,960
    Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $65,260
    Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $31,160
    Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education $39,440
    Special Education Teachers, Secondary School $73,930

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education make per hour in Eastern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Eastern New Mexico is —, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make — or more per hour.

    Is Eastern New Mexico above or below average for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salaries?

    The median Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salary in Eastern New Mexico is 3.4% above the national median of $62,340. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Eastern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education (10th percentile) earn around $50,600 per year in Eastern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,840.