Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Colorado

$36,851 $119,592
10th pct Median: $69,530 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$36,851
25th Percentile$50,062
50th (Median)$69,530
75th Percentile$95,951
90th (Top Earners)$119,592
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Colorado median salary of $69,530 for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education has the purchasing power of approximately $63,498 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Colorado's higher cost of living (COL index: 109.5) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education make in Colorado?
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Colorado earn a median annual salary of $69,530 per year ($33.43/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $64,380.
Is Colorado a good state for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education?
Colorado pays above the national average for elementary school teachers, except special education, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Colorado is higher average (COL index: 109.5).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Colorado?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 109.5 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $69,530 salary in Colorado has the purchasing power of approximately $63,498 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Colorado reduce real purchasing power.
How does Colorado compare to neighboring states for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Colorado

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $358,776
2 Radiologists $334,714
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $330,718
4 Neurologists $319,248
5 Surgeons, All Other $318,082
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $293,630
7 Psychiatrists $269,782
8 Physicians, Pathologists $263,434
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Colorado

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the education sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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