Special Education Teachers, Middle School Salary in New Mexico
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • New Mexico
Special Education Teachers, Middle School in New Mexico earn a median salary of $72,423 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, +11.6% vs the national median of $64,880. An estimated 740 special education teachers, middle school are employed across New Mexico, with salaries ranging from $67,580 to $75,990 depending on location.
$72,423
Avg median salary in New Mexico
$75,990
Highest paying metro
$67,580
Lowest paying metro
740
Employed in New Mexico
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Special Education Teachers, Middle School
inSpecial Education Teachers, Middle School salaries by city in New Mexico
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, NM | $75,990 | $64,440 | $80,110 | 470 |
| Northern New Mexico | $73,310 | $60,080 | $75,270 | 60 |
| Las Cruces, NM | $72,810 | $58,130 | $73,990 | 110 |
| Eastern New Mexico | $67,580 | $56,860 | $74,960 | 100 |