Creative & Education Las Cruces, NM Pop. 111,385

Special Education Teacher Salary in Las Cruces, New Mexico

The median special education teacher salary in Las Cruces, NM is $55,405 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 5.4% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$55,405
vs State Avg
$-3,148
vs National
$-7,555
Cost of Living
88%

Special Education Teacher Salary in Las Cruces by Experience

In Las Cruces, an entry-level special education teacher earns around $38,720, while experienced professionals earn up to $79,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$38,720
$-5,280 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$56,320
$-7,680 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$79,200
$-10,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Las Cruces, NM

Percentile Las Cruces
10th Percentile $36,960
25th Percentile $44,000
Median (50th) $55,405
75th Percentile $68,640
90th Percentile $84,480

Special Education Teacher Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$69,256
Pop. 87,505
Albuquerque, NM
$59,812
Pop. 564,559
Rio Rancho, NM
$57,923
Pop. 104,046
Roswell, NM
$51,627
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Special Education Teacher in Las Cruces

Education

Most special education teacher positions require a bachelor's degree. Las Cruces and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

IEP DevelopmentAdaptive TeachingAssessmentBehavioral ManagementCommunicationPatience

Job Outlook

Nationally, special education teacher employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Las Cruces may vary based on local industry and population growth.