How much does a kindergarten teacher make in Boulder?
$79,150a year
Median yearly pay for kindergarten teachers in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $38.05 an hour or $6,596 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.05
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among cities
- 47 of 294
- Jobs in the area
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,450Median: $79,150Highest 10%: $102,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,450 | $29.54 | |
| 25th | $63,500 | $30.53 | |
| Median | $79,150 | $38.05 | |
| 75th | $100,800 | $48.45 | |
| 90th | $102,800 | $49.42 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for kindergarten teachers.
| Denver, CO | $74,960 |
| Pueblo, CO | $61,990 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $61,600 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $59,830 |
| Greeley, CO | $59,580 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $52,850 |
Related jobs in Boulder
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Teacher and Instructor | $102,200 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $100,600 |
| Postsecondary Teacher | $99,360 |
| Special Education Teacher | $82,140 |
| Librarian and Media Collections Specialist | $81,550 |
| Secondary School Teacher | $81,450 |
| Psychology Teacher | $81,250 |
| Special Education Teacher | $80,960 |
| Special Education Teacher | $80,920 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $80,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kindergarten teacher make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $38.05 ($79,150 a year).
Do kindergarten teachers make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $79,150 against $62,680 nationally, 26% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $62,870, so Boulder pays 26% more.
Where does Boulder rank for kindergarten teacher pay?
47 of 294 metro areas with data.
How much does a kindergarten teacher make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $61,450 or less a year; the top 10% make $102,800 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.