Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Colorado | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $100,260 | $98,331 | +2% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.20 | $47.27 | +2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $97,245.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | $94,677 | $71,500 | $115,500 | 115 |
| Colorado Springs | $86,070 | $65,000 | $105,000 | 105 |
The median annual salary for a Registered Nurse in Colorado is $100,260, or about $48.20 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Registered Nurses is $98,331. Colorado is +2% above the national median.
Entry-level registered nurses in Colorado typically earn from $71,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 54,490 registered nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $100,260, Colorado offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.