Culinary Arts at Central New Mexico Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Central New Mexico Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Central New Mexico Community College graduates earn $23k, placing them in the 21th percentile of all culinary arts associates programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New Mexico
Culinary Arts associates's programs at peer institutions in New Mexico (7 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central New Mexico Community College | $23,139 | $21,880 | — | — |
| National Median | $26,446 | — | $15,125 | 0.57 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Central New Mexico Community College, approximately 26% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 21 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.