salary$75,520 a yearmedian pay in the Albuquerque, NM area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$60,470per year
Top pay (top 10%)$83,850per year
Jobs in the area1,900people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Albuquerque?
OK. Rent of $1,401 a month takes 22.3% of the median elementary school teacher salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a elementary school teacher make in Albuquerque, NM?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Albuquerque, NM area is $75,520 a year. Most earn between $60,470 and $83,850.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Albuquerque?
Typical rent of $1,401 a month takes 22.3% of the median elementary school teacher salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Albuquerque, NM metro area.