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Childcare Workers Salary in Colorado
Ranked #4 of 51 · CO
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of childcare workerss in Colorado earn between $33,430 and $49,190. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean childcare workers salary in Colorado is $42,410, about 21.1% above the U.S. average ($35,030). That works out to roughly $20/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Colorado
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $44,580 | $45,590 | 760 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $44,320 | $43,760 | 7,870 |
| Boulder, CO | $43,380 | $44,280 | 1,060 |
| Eastern and Southern Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $37,250 | $39,300 | 270 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $37,160 | $39,120 | 1,380 |
| Greeley, CO | $36,690 | $37,890 | 490 |
| Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $36,440 | $38,390 | 400 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland, CO | $36,420 | $37,280 | 740 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do childcare workers make in Colorado?
The median childcare workers salary in Colorado is $40,750 per year (mean $42,410), and about 80% earn between $33,430 and $49,190.
How much do childcare workers make per hour in Colorado?
Roughly $20 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $42,410 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Colorado a high-paying state for childcare workers?
Colorado ranks #4 of 51 states for childcare workers pay. Its mean salary of $42,410 is about 21.1% above the U.S. average of $35,030.
Which metro areas in Colorado pay childcare workers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Colorado for childcare workers are Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area ($44,580), Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO ($44,320), Boulder, CO ($43,380), by median annual wage.