What are the main factors that influence an Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor's salary?

An Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor's salary grows with experience: starting around $37,616 for beginners, reaching about $39,962 at mid-level, and approach $40,227 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor?

Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor roles are District of Columbia $46,680, California $46,503, Massachusetts $45,883. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor roles make?

Salaries for Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Professor Of Criminal Justice: $84,964; Professor Of Criminal Justice: $84,453; Criminal Justice Data Analyst: $80,753; criminal justice professor: $75,721; Criminal Justice Paralegal: $51,126.

Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor Salary in New Mexico

How much does an Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor make in New Mexico? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor in New Mexico is $39,049 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

However, an Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $43,100
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,748 to $41,170
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,743

10% $32,743

50% (Median) $39,049

90% $43,100

Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,170	$3,431	$792	$20
Average	$39,049	$3,254	$751	$19
25th Percentile	$35,748	$2,979	$687	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor Salaries

An Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $37,616
Early Career (1-2 years): $39,255
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $39,962
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $40,139
Expert (over 8 years): $40,227

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor	less than 1 year	$37,616
Early Career Level Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor	1-2 years	$39,255
Mid-Level Level Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor	2-4 years	$39,962
Senior-Level Level Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor	5-8 years	$40,139
Expert Level Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor	over 8 years	$40,227

How Do Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $46,680.
California: $46,503.
Massachusetts: $45,883.

District of Columbia $46,680 California $46,503 Massachusetts $45,883 Washington $45,715 New Jersey $45,698 Alaska $45,639 Connecticut $45,057 New York $44,821

Hawaii $44,066 Rhode Island $43,712 Maryland $43,472 Minnesota $43,143 Colorado $43,017 Illinois $42,974 Oregon $42,814 Delaware $42,696

New Hampshire $42,622 Virginia $42,456 Pennsylvania $41,971 Nevada $41,726 North Dakota $41,646 Michigan $41,520 Wisconsin $41,473 Vermont $41,381

Texas $41,124 Maine $41,107 Arizona $41,081 Ohio $41,052 Georgia $40,664 Indiana $40,470 Wyoming $40,432 Utah $40,373

Iowa $40,348 Kansas $40,145 Louisiana $40,086 North Carolina $40,065 Missouri $40,057 Florida $39,892 Montana $39,804 Nebraska $39,720

Kentucky $39,673 South Carolina $39,505 Tennessee $39,399 Idaho $39,357 New Mexico $39,049 Oklahoma $38,982 Alabama $38,733 South Dakota $38,316

Arkansas $38,088 West Virginia $37,966 Mississippi $37,599

Top Paying Cities for Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Algodones: $39,465
Belen: $39,245
Bernalillo: $39,535

Algodones, NM $39,465

Belen, NM $39,245

Bernalillo, NM $39,535

Bluewater, NM $38,705

Bosque, NM $38,957

Casa Blanca, NM $39,045

Cedar Crest, NM $39,568

Cedarvale, NM $38,016

Cerrillos, NM $39,494

Claunch, NM $37,875

Coyote, NM $38,912

Cuba, NM $38,849

Cubero, NM $39,131

Edgewood, NM $39,391

Estancia, NM $38,921

Gallina, NM $38,708

Counselor, NM $38,732

Grants, NM $38,661

Milan, NM $38,815

Isleta, NM $39,603

Jarales, NM $39,207

Jemez Pueblo, NM $39,275

Jemez Springs, NM $39,154

Laguna, NM $39,323

La Jara, NM $38,806

La Joya, NM $38,716

Lindrith, NM $38,669

Los Lunas, NM $39,453

Mcintosh, NM $39,136

Pueblo Of Acoma, NM $38,875

Moriarty, NM $39,004

Mountainair, NM $38,583

Nageezi, NM $38,681

New Laguna, NM $39,112

Paguate, NM $39,139

Pena Blanca, NM $39,576

Peralta, NM $39,516

Placitas, NM $39,536

Ponderosa, NM $39,225

Prewitt, NM $38,693

Regina, NM $38,720

Sandia Park, NM $39,468

Corrales, NM $39,617

San Fidel, NM $38,902

San Rafael, NM $38,736

Santo Domingo Pueblo, NM $39,469

San Ysidro, NM $39,416

Stanley, NM $38,999

Tijeras, NM $39,473

Tome, NM $39,400

Torreon, NM $39,269

Veguita, NM $38,954

Willard, NM $38,514

Youngsville, NM $38,923

Bosque Farms, NM $39,588

Clines Corners, NM $38,763

Cochiti Pueblo, NM $39,499

Cochiti Lake, NM $39,550

Albuquerque, NM $39,639

Kirtland Afb, NM $39,639

Rio Rancho, NM $39,575

Gallup, NM $38,749

Brimhall, NM $38,639

Church Rock, NM $38,658

Continental Divide, NM $38,630

Crownpoint, NM $38,662

Fence Lake, NM $38,490

Fort Wingate, NM $38,644

Gamerco, NM $38,709

Mentmore, NM $38,649

Mexican Springs, NM $38,644

Ramah, NM $38,574

Rehoboth, NM $38,670

Thoreau, NM $38,672

Tohatchi, NM $38,637

Vanderwagen, NM $38,644

Zuni, NM $38,635

Navajo, NM $38,688

Jamestown, NM $38,592

Pinehill, NM $38,544

Sheep Springs, NM $38,679

Smith Lake, NM $38,823

Yatahey, NM $38,665

Farmington, NM $38,851

Aztec, NM $38,922

Blanco, NM $38,741

Bloomfield, NM $38,695

Flora Vista, NM $38,891

Fruitland, NM $38,647

Kirtland, NM $38,891

La Plata, NM $38,905

Navajo Dam, NM $38,888

Shiprock, NM $38,834

Waterflow, NM $38,814

Newcomb, NM $38,655

Sanostee, NM $38,679

Santa Fe, NM $39,842

Abiquiu, NM $38,752

Alcalde, NM $39,427

Amalia, NM $38,693

Arroyo Hondo, NM $38,639

Arroyo Seco, NM $38,683

Canjilon, NM $38,632

Canones, NM $38,984

Carson, NM $38,787

Cebolla, NM $38,655

Cerro, NM $38,666

Chama, NM $38,825

Chamisal, NM $39,322

Chimayo, NM $39,599

Cordova, NM $39,532

Costilla, NM $38,855

Taos Ski Valley, NM $38,561

Dixon, NM $39,285

Dulce, NM $38,824

El Prado, NM $38,717

El Rito, NM $38,895

Embudo, NM $39,083

Espanola, NM $39,551

Glorieta, NM $39,688

Hernandez, NM $39,183

Ilfeld, NM $39,322

La Madera, NM $38,827

Lamy, NM $39,537

Llano, NM $39,243

Los Alamos, NM $39,631

White Rock, NM $39,705

Medanales, NM $39,226

Ojo Caliente, NM $38,996

Los Ojos, NM $38,729

Pecos, NM $39,565

Penasco, NM $39,097

Petaca, NM $38,596

Questa, NM $38,707

Ranchos De Taos, NM $38,911

Red River, NM $38,597

Ribera, NM $38,845

Rowe, NM $39,359

San Cristobal, NM $38,596

San Jose, NM $39,262

Ohkay Owingeh, NM $39,454

Santa Cruz, NM $39,585

Serafina, NM $38,747

Taos, NM $38,695

Tererro, NM $39,691

Tesuque, NM $39,842

Tierra Amarilla, NM $38,695

Trampas, NM $39,065

Tres Piedras, NM $38,586

Truchas, NM $39,421

Vadito, NM $39,045

Valdez, NM $38,625

Vallecitos, NM $38,594

Velarde, NM $39,225

Villanueva, NM $38,770

Spaceport City, NM $37,980

Las Vegas, NM $38,441

Angel Fire, NM $38,555

Anton Chico, NM $38,375

Buena Vista, NM $38,727

Chacon, NM $38,755

Cimarron, NM $38,494

Cleveland, NM $39,029

Eagle Nest, NM $38,523

Guadalupita, NM $38,695

Holman, NM $38,930

La Loma, NM $38,310

Maxwell, NM $38,507

Miami, NM $38,424

Mills, NM $38,288

Montezuma, NM $39,228

Mora, NM $39,084

Mosquero, NM $38,255

Ocate, NM $38,466

Ojo Feliz, NM $38,567

Rainsville, NM $38,736

Raton, NM $38,604

Rociada, NM $39,247

Roy, NM $38,296

Sapello, NM $38,907

Solano, NM $38,249

Springer, NM $38,408

Ute Park, NM $38,513

Valmora, NM $38,409

Wagon Mound, NM $38,365

Watrous, NM $38,422

Socorro, NM $38,333

Aragon, NM $38,449

Datil, NM $38,290

Lemitar, NM $38,511

Luna, NM $38,517

Magdalena, NM $38,293

Pie Town, NM $38,421

Polvadera, NM $38,604

Quemado, NM $38,501

Reserve, NM $38,432

San Acacia, NM $38,668

San Antonio, NM $38,121

Truth Or Consequences, NM $38,113

Arrey, NM $38,107

Caballo, NM $38,133

Derry, NM $37,939

Elephant Butte, NM $38,212

Garfield, NM $37,829

Hatch, NM $37,222

Monticello, NM $38,111

Rincon, NM $37,008

Salem, NM $37,711

Williamsburg, NM $38,161

Winston, NM $38,139

Las Cruces, NM $36,524

White Sands Missile Range, NM $36,644

Santa Teresa, NM $36,910

Playas, NM $38,289

Animas, NM $38,383

Anthony, NM $36,901

Arenas Valley, NM $38,315

Bayard, NM $38,280

Berino, NM $36,734

Buckhorn, NM $38,319

Santa Clara, NM $38,347

Chamberino, NM $36,772

Cliff, NM $38,275

Columbus, NM $38,172

Deming, NM $38,181

Dona Ana, NM $36,525

Fairacres, NM $36,634

Faywood, NM $38,163

Fort Bayard, NM $38,310

Gila, NM $38,219

Glenwood, NM $38,249

Hachita, NM $38,172

Hanover, NM $38,180

Hillsboro, NM $38,102

Hurley, NM $38,254

La Mesa, NM $37,222

Lordsburg, NM $38,261

Mesilla, NM $36,525

Mesilla Park, NM $36,528

Mesquite, NM $36,560

Mimbres, NM $38,211

Mule Creek, NM $38,314

Organ, NM $36,547

Pinos Altos, NM $38,274

Radium Springs, NM $36,539

Redrock, NM $38,177

Rodeo, NM $38,432

San Miguel, NM $36,546

Silver City, NM $38,275

Sunland Park, NM $36,714

Tyrone, NM $38,388

Vado, NM $36,574

Chaparral, NM $37,036

Clovis, NM $38,201

Cannon Afb, NM $38,117

Broadview, NM $38,090

Causey, NM $38,025

Crossroads, NM $37,935

Dora, NM $38,115

Elida, NM $37,957

Floyd, NM $38,049

Fort Sumner, NM $38,018

Grady, NM $38,126

House, NM $38,096

Kenna, NM $37,957

Lingo, NM $38,022

Melrose, NM $38,102

Milnesand, NM $37,942

Pep, NM $37,994

Portales, NM $38,133

Rogers, NM $38,004

Saint Vrain, NM $38,127

Taiban, NM $38,005

Texico, NM $38,142

Yeso, NM $37,867

Roswell, NM $37,911

Artesia, NM $37,986

Caprock, NM $37,909

Carlsbad, NM $38,011

Dexter, NM $37,938

Eunice, NM $38,045

Hagerman, NM $37,957

Hobbs, NM $38,101

Hope, NM $37,818

Jal, NM $38,000

Lake Arthur, NM $37,894

Lakewood, NM $37,951

Loco Hills, NM $38,021

Loving, NM $38,002

Lovington, NM $38,064

Mcdonald, NM $37,960

Malaga, NM $37,964

Maljamar, NM $37,927

Monument, NM $38,017

Tatum, NM $37,985

Whites City, NM $38,048

Carrizozo, NM $37,732

Alamogordo, NM $37,612

Alto, NM $37,737

Bent, NM $37,619

Capitan, NM $37,650

Cloudcroft, NM $37,615

Corona, NM $37,896

Encino, NM $38,200

Fort Stanton, NM $37,666

Glencoe, NM $37,639

High Rolls Mountain Park, NM $37,607

Holloman Air Force Base, NM $37,607

Hondo, NM $37,673

La Luz, NM $37,607

Lincoln, NM $37,563

Mayhill, NM $37,693

Mescalero, NM $37,624

Nogal, NM $37,786

Orogrande, NM $37,626

Picacho, NM $37,665

Pinon, NM $37,807

Ruidoso, NM $37,809

Ruidoso Downs, NM $37,757

Sacramento, NM $37,641

San Patricio, NM $37,686

Sunspot, NM $37,607

Timberon, NM $37,689

Tinnie, NM $37,643

Tularosa, NM $37,632

Vaughn, NM $38,046

Weed, NM $37,688

Tucumcari, NM $38,235

Amistad, NM $38,186

Bard, NM $38,125

Capulin, NM $38,556

Clayton, NM $38,260

Conchas Dam, NM $38,295

Cuervo, NM $38,110

Des Moines, NM $38,404

Folsom, NM $38,464

Garita, NM $38,221

Gladstone, NM $38,298

Grenville, NM $38,291

Logan, NM $38,234

Mcalister, NM $38,115

Nara Visa, NM $38,143

Newkirk, NM $38,185

Quay, NM $38,207

San Jon, NM $38,166

Santa Rosa, NM $38,207

Sedan, NM $38,221

Trementina, NM $38,219

Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$42,954	$21.0	10%
Healthcare	$42,954	$21.0	10%

Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Adjunct Criminal Justice Instructor's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

$35,748

Average $39,049/year

$41,170

$2,979

Average $3,254/month

$3,431

$687

Average $751/week

$792

$17

Average $19/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,170	$3,431	$792	$20
Average	$39,049	$3,254	$751	$19
25th Percentile	$35,748	$2,979	$687	$17

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