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College Professor Salary in Las Cruces, New Mexico

The median college professor salary in Las Cruces, NM is $73,814 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 5.4% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median

$73,814

vs State Avg

$-4,194

vs National

$-10,066

Cost of Living

88%

College Professor Salary in Las Cruces by Experience

In Las Cruces, an entry-level college professor earns around $42,240, while experienced professionals earn up to $140,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$42,240

$-5,760 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$75,680

$-10,320 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$140,800

$-19,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Las Cruces, NM

Percentile	Las Cruces	NM State	National
10th Percentile	$39,600	$41,850	$45,000
25th Percentile	$52,800	$55,800	$60,000
Median (50th)	$73,814	$78,008	$83,880
75th Percentile	$105,600	$111,600	$120,000
90th Percentile	$147,840	$156,240	$168,000

College Professor Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

How to Become a College Professor in Las Cruces

Education

Most college professor positions require a doctoral degree. Las Cruces and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

TeachingResearchPublishingCurriculum DesignAcademic AdvisingGrant Writing

Job Outlook

Nationally, college professor employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Las Cruces may vary based on local industry and population growth.