How much does a teacher and instructor make in Colorado Springs?
$76,380a year
Median yearly pay for teacher and instructors in the Colorado Springs, CO metro area. That is $36.72 an hour or $6,365 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.72
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among cities
- 66 of 244
- Jobs in the area
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,470Median: $76,380Highest 10%: $115,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,470 | $20.90 | |
| 25th | $61,160 | $29.40 | |
| Median | $76,380 | $36.72 | |
| 75th | $97,720 | $46.98 | |
| 90th | $115,700 | $55.64 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for teacher and instructors.
| Boulder, CO | $102,200 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $79,440 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $76,860 |
| Denver, CO | $76,650 |
Related jobs in Colorado Springs
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Nursing Instructor and Teacher | $84,910 |
| Computer Science Teacher | $80,100 |
| Instructional Coordinator | $78,180 |
| Health Specialties Teacher | $74,230 |
| English Language and Literature Teacher | $72,910 |
| Art | $72,750 |
| Business Teacher | $72,020 |
| Education Teacher | $64,970 |
| Adult Basic Education | $64,890 |
| Special Education Teacher | $61,940 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a teacher and instructor make an hour in Colorado Springs?
The median hourly pay in the Colorado Springs, CO metro area is $36.72 ($76,380 a year).
Do teacher and instructors make more in Colorado Springs than the national average?
Yes: $76,380 against $66,140 nationally, 15% more.
How does Colorado Springs compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $76,380, so Colorado Springs pays 0% more.
Where does Colorado Springs rank for teacher and instructor pay?
66 of 244 metro areas with data.
How much does a teacher and instructor make starting out in Colorado Springs?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,470 or less a year; the top 10% make $115,700 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.