How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make in Denver?
$87,920a year
Median yearly pay for nursing instructor and teachers in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area. That is $42.27 an hour or $7,327 a month.
- Hourly
- $42.27
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among cities
- 41 of 177
- Jobs in the area
- 740
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,020Median: $87,920Highest 10%: $135,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,020 | $20.68 | |
| 25th | $79,440 | $38.19 | |
| Median | $87,920 | $42.27 | |
| 75th | $105,000 | $50.48 | |
| 90th | $135,100 | $64.93 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for nursing instructor and teachers.
| Fort Collins, CO | $87,380 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $84,910 |
| Greeley, CO | $73,150 |
Related jobs in Denver
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Health Specialties Teacher | $168,700 |
| Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teacher | $137,300 |
| Economics Teacher | $101,200 |
| Physics Teacher | $100,800 |
| Biological Science Teacher | $98,680 |
| Mathematical Science Teacher | $97,510 |
| Sociology Teacher | $88,500 |
| Atmospheric | $85,030 |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teacher | $84,570 |
| Psychology Teacher | $83,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make an hour in Denver?
The median hourly pay in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area is $42.27 ($87,920 a year).
Do nursing instructor and teachers make more in Denver than the national average?
Yes: $87,920 against $80,250 nationally, 10% more.
How does Denver compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $82,530, so Denver pays 7% more.
Where does Denver rank for nursing instructor and teacher pay?
41 of 177 metro areas with data.
How much does a nursing instructor and teacher make starting out in Denver?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,020 or less a year; the top 10% make $135,100 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.