How much does a criminal justice and law enforcement teacher make in Denver?
Median yearly pay for criminal justice and law enforcement teachers in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area. That is $66.03 an hour or $11,450 a month.
- Hourly
- $66.03
- Vs. national median
- +79%
- Rank among cities
- 5 of 62
- Jobs in the area
- 230
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,670 | $25.32 | |
| 25th | $84,430 | $40.59 | |
| Median | $137,300 | $66.03 | |
| 75th | $148,700 | $71.50 | |
| 90th | $148,700 | $71.50 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for criminal justice and law enforcement teachers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Denver
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Specialties Teacher | $168,700 |
| Economics Teacher | $101,200 |
| Physics Teacher | $100,800 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $98,680 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $97,510 |
| Sociology Teacher | $88,500 |
| Nursing Instructor and Teacher | $87,920 |
| Atmospheric | $85,030 |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teacher | $84,570 |
| Psychology Teacher | $83,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a criminal justice and law enforcement teacher make an hour in Denver?
The median hourly pay in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area is $66.03 ($137,300 a year).
Do criminal justice and law enforcement teachers make more in Denver than the national average?
Yes: $137,300 against $76,590 nationally, 79% more.
How does Denver compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $122,100, so Denver pays 13% more.
Where does Denver rank for criminal justice and law enforcement teacher pay?
5 of 62 metro areas with data.
How much does a criminal justice and law enforcement teacher make starting out in Denver?
The lowest-paid 10% make $52,670 or less a year; the top 10% make $148,700 or more.
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.