How much does a preschool teacher make in Colorado?
$45,500a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in Colorado. That is $21.88 an hour or $3,792 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.88
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,820Median: $45,500Highest 10%: $84,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,820 | $17.22 | |
| 25th | $38,200 | $18.37 | |
| Median | $45,500 | $21.88 | |
| 75th | $63,160 | $30.37 | |
| 90th | $84,700 | $40.72 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boulder, CO | $46,530 |
| Denver, CO | $45,680 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $44,260 |
| Greeley, CO | $42,640 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $40,850 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $39,140 |
| Pueblo, CO | $38,880 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for preschool teachers.
| 10. Massachusetts | $45,890 |
| 11. Connecticut | $45,740 |
| 12. Washington | $45,660 |
| 13. Colorado | $45,500 |
| 14. Oregon | $45,140 |
| 15. Maryland | $44,600 |
| 16. South Dakota | $44,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $21.88 ($45,500 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $45,500 against $38,140 nationally, 19% more.
Where does Colorado rank for preschool teacher pay?
Colorado ranks 13 of 51 states.
Which city in Colorado pays preschool teachers the most?
Boulder, CO, with a median of $46,530 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.