Creative & Education Rio Rancho, NM Pop. 104,046

Special Education Teacher Salary in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

The median special education teacher salary in Rio Rancho, NM is $57,923 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 1.1% below the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$57,923
vs State Avg
$-630
vs National
$-5,037
Cost of Living
92%

Special Education Teacher Salary in Rio Rancho by Experience

In Rio Rancho, an entry-level special education teacher earns around $40,480, while experienced professionals earn up to $82,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$40,480
$-3,520 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$58,880
$-5,120 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$82,800
$-7,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Rio Rancho, NM

Percentile Rio Rancho
10th Percentile $38,640
25th Percentile $46,000
Median (50th) $57,923
75th Percentile $71,760
90th Percentile $88,320

Special Education Teacher Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$69,256
Pop. 87,505
Albuquerque, NM
$59,812
Pop. 564,559
Las Cruces, NM
$55,405
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$51,627
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Special Education Teacher in Rio Rancho

Education

Most special education teacher positions require a bachelor's degree. Rio Rancho 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 Rio Rancho may vary based on local industry and population growth.