How much does a psychiatric aide make in Colorado?
$46,130a year
Median yearly pay for psychiatric aides in Colorado. That is $22.18 an hour or $3,844 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.18
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,310Median: $46,130Highest 10%: $56,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,310 | $19.86 | |
| 25th | $44,570 | $21.43 | |
| Median | $46,130 | $22.18 | |
| 75th | $49,320 | $23.71 | |
| 90th | $56,140 | $26.99 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Colorado Springs, CO | $51,670 |
| Denver, CO | $47,730 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychiatric aides.
| 12. California | $47,500 |
| 13. Maine | $46,720 |
| 14. Montana | $46,340 |
| 15. Colorado | $46,130 |
| 16. Michigan | $45,800 |
| 17. New Jersey | $45,780 |
| 18. Massachusetts | $45,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $22.18 ($46,130 a year).
Do psychiatric aides make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $46,130 against $44,910 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Colorado rank for psychiatric aide pay?
Colorado ranks 15 of 39 states.
Which city in Colorado pays psychiatric aides the most?
Colorado Springs, CO, with a median of $51,670 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.