How much does a psychology teacher make in Boulder?
$81,250a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $39.06 an hour or $6,771 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.06
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 50 of 136
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,660Median: $81,250Highest 10%: $131,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,660 | $24.36 | |
| 25th | $63,330 | $30.45 | |
| Median | $81,250 | $39.06 | |
| 75th | $100,800 | $48.46 | |
| 90th | $131,800 | $63.35 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers.
| Denver, CO | $83,690 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $82,790 |
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 |
| Special Education Teacher | $80,960 |
| Special Education Teacher | $80,920 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $80,640 |
| Special Education Teacher | $80,230 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $39.06 ($81,250 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $81,250 against $80,340 nationally, 1% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $76,810, so Boulder pays 6% more.
Where does Boulder rank for psychology teacher pay?
50 of 136 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychology teacher make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $50,660 or less a year; the top 10% make $131,800 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.