Special Education Teachers, Secondary School Salary in New Mexico
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 6 metro areas • New Mexico
Special Education Teachers, Secondary School in New Mexico earn a median salary of $70,288 per year on average across 6 metro and nonmetro areas, +1% vs the national median of $69,590. An estimated 1,610 special education teachers, secondary school are employed across New Mexico, with salaries ranging from $64,060 to $75,990 depending on location.
$70,288
Avg median salary in New Mexico
$75,990
Highest paying metro
$64,060
Lowest paying metro
1,610
Employed in New Mexico
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Special Education Teachers, Secondary School salaries by city in New Mexico
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern New Mexico | $75,990 | $61,740 | $83,370 | 110 |
| Santa Fe, NM | $75,920 | $63,390 | $82,830 | 100 |
| Eastern New Mexico | $73,930 | $60,260 | $80,390 | 370 |
| Farmington, NM | $65,970 | $58,830 | $76,800 | 100 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $65,860 | $61,700 | $77,190 | 780 |
| Las Cruces, NM | $64,060 | $58,400 | $73,860 | 150 |