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Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Colorado
Ranked #21 of 50 · CO
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of kindergarten teachers, except special educations in Colorado earn between $47,300 and $97,710. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean kindergarten teachers, except special education salary in Colorado is $68,150, about 1.8% below the U.S. average ($69,370). That works out to roughly $33/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Colorado
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder, CO | $79,150 | $83,720 | 200 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $74,960 | $73,220 | 1,610 |
| Pueblo, CO | $61,990 | $64,690 | 100 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland, CO | $61,600 | $69,500 | 180 |
| Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $61,090 | $63,060 | 170 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $59,830 | $58,250 | 390 |
| Greeley, CO | $59,580 | $62,290 | 210 |
| Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $54,730 | $55,460 | 160 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do kindergarten teachers, except special education make in Colorado?
The median kindergarten teachers, except special education salary in Colorado is $62,870 per year (mean $68,150), and about 80% earn between $47,300 and $97,710.
How much do kindergarten teachers, except special education make per hour in Colorado?
Roughly $33 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $68,150 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Colorado a high-paying state for kindergarten teachers, except special education?
Colorado ranks #21 of 50 states for kindergarten teachers, except special education pay. Its mean salary of $68,150 is about 1.8% below the U.S. average of $69,370.
Which metro areas in Colorado pay kindergarten teachers, except special education the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Colorado for kindergarten teachers, except special education are Boulder, CO ($79,150), Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO ($74,960), Pueblo, CO ($61,990), by median annual wage.
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