Teller Salary in New Mexico (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Tellers in New Mexico, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New Mexico Median
$37,680
per year
Hourly Rate
$18.12
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-12% vs US median
US median $43,030
State Rank
#41 of 51
2,330 employed here

How much does a Teller make in New Mexico?

A Teller working in New Mexico earns a median salary of $37,680 per year, or about $18.12 per hour. That is 12% below the national median of $43,030 for this occupation.

Within New Mexico, entry-level pay starts around $30,970 while the top 10% make $47,450 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $35,410 and $45,260 a year.

Teller salary range in New Mexico

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$30,970$14.89
25th percentile (early career)$35,410$17.02
50th percentile (median)$37,680$18.12
75th percentile (experienced)$45,260$21.76
90th percentile (top earners)$47,450$22.81

How New Mexico compares

New Mexico ranks 41st out of 51 states and territories for Teller pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$47,670
2New Jersey$47,210
3California$46,900
4Massachusetts$46,900
5Alaska$46,770

Working as a Teller in New Mexico

Nationally, about 329,000 people work as Tellers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare New Mexico pay ($37,680) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Teller make in New Mexico?
The median Teller salary in New Mexico is $37,680 per year, or about $18.12 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $30,970 at the entry level to $47,450 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Mexico pay compare to the national average?
New Mexico pays Tellers about 12% less than the national median of $43,030. New Mexico ranks 41st out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Mexico a good state for Tellers?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $37,680 a year. About 2,330 Tellers are employed in New Mexico. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New Mexico?
The highest-paying occupations in New Mexico include Emergency Medicine Physician ($405,130), Anesthesiologist ($393,970), Surgeon, All Other ($363,940), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.