How much does a psychology teacher make in Colorado?
$76,810a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in Colorado. That is $36.93 an hour or $6,401 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.93
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 960
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,580Median: $76,810Highest 10%: $133,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,580 | $19.03 | |
| 25th | $54,120 | $26.02 | |
| Median | $76,810 | $36.93 | |
| 75th | $104,500 | $50.25 | |
| 90th | $133,000 | $63.93 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Denver, CO | $83,690 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $82,790 |
| Boulder, CO | $81,250 |
| Greeley, CO | $59,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for psychology teachers.
| 34. Nebraska | $77,340 |
| 35. Montana | $77,120 |
| 36. Texas | $77,060 |
| 37. Colorado | $76,810 |
| 38. Tennessee | $76,010 |
| 39. Pennsylvania | $75,960 |
| 40. Alabama | $75,340 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $36.93 ($76,810 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Colorado than the national average?
No: $76,810 against $80,340 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Colorado rank for psychology teacher pay?
Colorado ranks 37 of 50 states.
Which city in Colorado pays psychology teachers the most?
Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO, with a median of $83,690 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.