Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Colorado | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $63,410 | $72,224 | -12% |
| Median hourly wage | $30.49 | $34.72 | -12% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $61,503.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Elementary School Teacher in Colorado is $63,410, or about $30.49 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Elementary School Teachers is $72,224. Colorado is -12% below the national median.
Entry-level elementary school teachers in Colorado typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 24,860 elementary school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $63,410, Colorado offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.