How much does a secondary school teacher make in Boulder?
$81,450a year
Median yearly pay for secondary school teachers in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $39.16 an hour or $6,788 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.16
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 52 of 375
- Jobs in the area
- 1,280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,360Median: $81,450Highest 10%: $125,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,360 | $29.98 | |
| 25th | $75,000 | $36.06 | |
| Median | $81,450 | $39.16 | |
| 75th | $104,900 | $50.43 | |
| 90th | $125,900 | $60.52 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for secondary school teachers.
| Denver, CO | $79,230 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $78,760 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $64,060 |
| Greeley, CO | $62,310 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $61,710 |
| Pueblo, CO | $61,480 |
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 |
| Psychology Teacher | $81,250 |
| 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 secondary school teacher make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $39.16 ($81,450 a year).
Do secondary school teachers make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $81,450 against $72,040 nationally, 13% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $72,900, so Boulder pays 12% more.
Where does Boulder rank for secondary school teacher pay?
52 of 375 metro areas with data.
How much does a secondary school teacher make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $62,360 or less a year; the top 10% make $125,900 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.