Nurses in Colorado make varying salaries depending on experience, education, specialty, and location, but here are the key figures for registered nurses (RNs):

• The average hourly wage for an RN in Colorado is around $43 to $49 per hour, with an average annual salary ranging roughly from $78,000 to $91,700

• According to Indeed, the average RN hourly wage is about $43.02, plus about $12,000 per year in overtime

• IntelyCare reports an average annual RN salary in Colorado of about $91,730, or $44.10 per hour

• Salary.com states that new graduate RNs in Colorado earn on average about $72,843 annually, with a typical range from $59,864 to $90,533

• Incredible Health lists the average RN salary at about $80,670 per year ($38.78 per hour), with most RNs earning between $60,550 and $100,870 annually

• Vivian Health shows an average hourly wage of $48.92 for RNs in Colorado, about 11% higher than the national average, with some specialties like Emergency Department nurses earning up to $53-$61 per hour

• Nursa.com reports an average RN income in Colorado of approximately $86,590 per year, with typical salaries ranging from $66,130 to $107,260

• Salaries vary by city within Colorado; for example, Aurora and Denver offer around $48-$49 per hour on average, with maximum hourly wages reaching $53

• Advanced practice nurses with an MSN degree can earn significantly more, with averages around $87 per hour or $181,070 annually in Colorado

In summary, registered nurses in Colorado generally earn between $38 and $49 per hour, translating to roughly $78,000 to $92,000 annually on average, with variations based on experience, specialty, and location. Advanced degrees and specialized roles can lead to higher pay. These salaries are close to or slightly below the national average for RNs but adjusted for Colorado's cost of living, they remain competitive