How much does a career/technical education teacher make in Colorado?
$72,750a year
Median yearly pay for career/technical education teachers in Colorado. That is $34.98 an hour or $6,063 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.98
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 1,250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,120Median: $72,750Highest 10%: $100,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,120 | $23.13 | |
| 25th | $57,470 | $27.63 | |
| Median | $72,750 | $34.98 | |
| 75th | $82,470 | $39.65 | |
| 90th | $100,800 | $48.48 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fort Collins, CO | $80,790 |
| Denver, CO | $79,400 |
| Boulder, CO | $79,140 |
| Pueblo, CO | $76,490 |
| Greeley, CO | $62,860 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $59,310 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for career/technical education teachers.
| 19. Pennsylvania | $75,760 |
| 20. Virginia | $75,580 |
| 21. Wisconsin | $74,310 |
| 22. Colorado | $72,750 |
| 23. Utah | $72,380 |
| 24. South Carolina | $72,120 |
| 25. Minnesota | $71,650 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a career/technical education teacher make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $34.98 ($72,750 a year).
Do career/technical education teachers make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $72,750 against $66,270 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Colorado rank for career/technical education teacher pay?
Colorado ranks 22 of 49 states.
Which city in Colorado pays career/technical education teachers the most?
Fort Collins-Loveland, CO, with a median of $80,790 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.