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Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Colorado
Ranked #3 of 51 · CO
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of preschool teachers, except special educations in Colorado earn between $35,820 and $84,700. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean preschool teachers, except special education salary in Colorado is $53,270, about 23.8% above the U.S. average ($43,030). That works out to roughly $26/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Colorado
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder, CO | $46,530 | $54,350 | 390 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $45,680 | $57,250 | 3,210 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland, CO | $44,260 | $50,090 | 230 |
| Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $44,040 | $44,340 | 190 |
| Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $43,880 | $46,870 | 230 |
| Eastern and Southern Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $43,320 | $43,280 | 210 |
| Greeley, CO | $42,640 | $44,600 | 190 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $40,850 | $43,290 | 400 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do preschool teachers, except special education make in Colorado?
The median preschool teachers, except special education salary in Colorado is $45,500 per year (mean $53,270), and about 80% earn between $35,820 and $84,700.
How much do preschool teachers, except special education make per hour in Colorado?
Roughly $26 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $53,270 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Colorado a high-paying state for preschool teachers, except special education?
Colorado ranks #3 of 51 states for preschool teachers, except special education pay. Its mean salary of $53,270 is about 23.8% above the U.S. average of $43,030.
Which metro areas in Colorado pay preschool teachers, except special education the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Colorado for preschool teachers, except special education are Boulder, CO ($46,530), Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO ($45,680), Fort Collins-Loveland, CO ($44,260), by median annual wage.
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