Colorado, CO · 2026
Registered Nurses Salary in Colorado (2026)
Average across 3 cities · Based on BLS data · Updated 2026
State Average
$105,061
per year
State Median
$95,709
per year
vs National Average
+11%
national avg: $94,480
25th %ile
$84,500
Entry
Average
$105,061
State avg
75th %ile
$116,393
Senior
Registered Nurses Salary by City in Colorado
| City | Avg Salary | vs State Avg | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver, CO | $110,352 | +5% | +5.5% |
| Aurora, CO | $106,384 | +1% | +5.4% |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $98,448 | -6% | +2.1% |
Compare cities side by side
See how Registered Nurses salaries stack up across Colorado cities.