How much does a middle school teacher make in Boulder?
$79,830a year
Median yearly pay for middle school teachers in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $38.38 an hour or $6,653 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.38
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among cities
- 57 of 357
- Jobs in the area
- 850
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,230Median: $79,830Highest 10%: $124,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,230 | $30.40 | |
| 25th | $74,820 | $35.97 | |
| Median | $79,830 | $38.38 | |
| 75th | $104,200 | $50.09 | |
| 90th | $124,500 | $59.86 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for middle school teachers.
| Denver, CO | $77,340 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $68,930 |
| Pueblo, CO | $62,190 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $60,680 |
| Greeley, CO | $60,430 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $51,740 |
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 middle school teacher make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $38.38 ($79,830 a year).
Do middle school teachers make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $79,830 against $64,370 nationally, 24% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $63,760, so Boulder pays 25% more.
Where does Boulder rank for middle school teacher pay?
57 of 357 metro areas with data.
How much does a middle school teacher make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $63,230 or less a year; the top 10% make $124,500 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.