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Teacher (K-12) Salary in Santa Fe, New Mexico

The median teacher (k-12) salary in Santa Fe, NM is $67,859 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median and 18.3% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$67,859
vs State Avg
+$10,487
vs National
+$6,169
Cost of Living
110%

Teacher (K-12) Salary in Santa Fe by Experience

In Santa Fe, an entry-level teacher (k-12) earns around $46,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $101,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$46,200
+$4,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$68,200
+$6,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$101,200
+$9,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Santa Fe, NM

Percentile Santa Fe
10th Percentile $45,540
25th Percentile $53,680
Median (50th) $67,859
75th Percentile $87,120
90th Percentile $111,100

Teacher (K-12) Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Albuquerque, NM
$58,606
Pop. 564,559
Rio Rancho, NM
$56,755
Pop. 104,046
Las Cruces, NM
$54,287
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$50,586
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Teacher (K-12) in Santa Fe

Education

Most teacher (k-12) positions require a bachelor's degree. Santa Fe and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Lesson PlanningClassroom ManagementAssessmentDifferentiated InstructionCommunicationEducational Technology

Job Outlook

Nationally, teacher (k-12) employment is projected to grow 1% over the next decade (slower than average). Demand in Santa Fe may vary based on local industry and population growth.