salary$74,100 a yearmedian pay in the Las Cruces, NM area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$58,120per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,460per year
Jobs in the area890people work this job
Can a elementary school teacher afford Las Cruces?
OK. Rent of $1,267 a month takes 20.5% 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 Las Cruces, NM?
The median pay for a elementary school teacher in the Las Cruces, NM area is $74,100 a year. Most earn between $58,120 and $75,460.
Can a elementary school teacher afford to live in Las Cruces?
Typical rent of $1,267 a month takes 20.5% 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 Las Cruces, NM metro area.