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Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in Colorado
Ranked #15 of 51 · CO
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary schools in Colorado earn between $50,700 and $98,480. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school salary in Colorado is $73,510, about 1.2% above the U.S. average ($72,650). That works out to roughly $35/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Colorado
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder, CO | $80,920 | $90,580 | 280 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $79,310 | $78,250 | 2,110 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $64,540 | $66,610 | 90 |
| Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $63,540 | $67,470 | 150 |
| Greeley, CO | $63,150 | $68,550 | 140 |
| Pueblo, CO | $63,010 | $69,180 | 120 |
| Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $61,560 | $61,520 | 210 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland, CO | $61,420 | $66,370 | 170 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make in Colorado?
The median special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school salary in Colorado is $74,290 per year (mean $73,510), and about 80% earn between $50,700 and $98,480.
How much do special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school make per hour in Colorado?
Roughly $35 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $73,510 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Colorado a high-paying state for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school?
Colorado ranks #15 of 51 states for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school pay. Its mean salary of $73,510 is about 1.2% above the U.S. average of $72,650.
Which metro areas in Colorado pay special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Colorado for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school are Boulder, CO ($80,920), Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO ($79,310), Grand Junction, CO ($64,540), by median annual wage.
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