How much does a psychology teacher make in Denver?
$83,690a year
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area. That is $40.24 an hour or $6,974 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.24
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 37 of 136
- Jobs in the area
- 340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,800Median: $83,690Highest 10%: $140,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,800 | $14.81 | |
| 25th | $51,930 | $24.97 | |
| Median | $83,690 | $40.24 | |
| 75th | $106,100 | $51.00 | |
| 90th | $140,300 | $67.47 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for psychology teachers.
| Fort Collins, CO | $82,790 |
| Boulder, CO | $81,250 |
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 |
| Nursing Instructor and Teacher | $87,920 |
| Atmospheric | $85,030 |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teacher | $84,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a psychology teacher make an hour in Denver?
The median hourly pay in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area is $40.24 ($83,690 a year).
Do psychology teachers make more in Denver than the national average?
Yes: $83,690 against $80,340 nationally, 4% more.
How does Denver compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $76,810, so Denver pays 9% more.
Where does Denver rank for psychology teacher pay?
37 of 136 metro areas with data.
How much does a psychology teacher make starting out in Denver?
The lowest-paid 10% make $30,800 or less a year; the top 10% make $140,300 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.