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Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors Salary in Colorado
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors make in Colorado?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$51,170
Median Annual Salary
▼
-20.1% vs 2024
$57,010
Mean Salary
$51,170
Median Salary
$24.60
Hourly Rate
820 people work as Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Colorado
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors salary by percentile in Colorado
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Colorado earn a median salary of $51,170 per year ($4,264/month).
This is 12.8% below the national average of $58,682.
Colorado ranks #35 out of 50 states for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors pay.
Approximately 820 people work in this occupation across Colorado.
Salaries decreased by 20.1% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors
Teach or instruct out-of-school youths and adults in basic education, literacy, or English as a Second Language classes, or in classes for earning a high school equivalency credential.
Top Skills
Instructing
4.25
Reading Comprehension
3.75
Active Listening
3.75
Speaking
3.75
Learning Strategies
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
4.42
Education and Training
3.91
Customer and Personal Service
3.51
Administrative
3.17
Administration and Management
2.91
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(40.8% of workers)
Salary Range: Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Colorado
Salaries for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Colorado range from $40,030 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $79,200 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $40,030 and $72,790.
Median $51,170
P10: $40,030P25: $40,030P75: $72,790P90: $79,200
10th
$40,030
25th
$40,030
Median
$51,170
75th
$72,790
90th
$79,200
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$40,030
$19.25
$3,335
25th Percentile
$40,030
$19.25
$3,335
Median (50th)
$51,170
$24.60
$4,264
75th Percentile
$72,790
$35.00
$6,065
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$79,200
$38.08
$6,600
Note: The mean (average) salary of $57,010 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#35
Colorado ranks #35 of 50 states
$58,682
National avg. for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors
Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors Salary by State
Compare Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors pay across states — sorted by highest median salary.
How much do Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors make in Colorado?
The median annual salary for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Colorado is $51,170 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $57,010.
What is the salary range for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Colorado?
Salaries for Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Colorado range from $40,030 at the 10th percentile to $79,200 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $40,030 and $72,790.
What is the starting salary for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Colorado?
Entry-level Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors positions in Colorado typically start around $40,030 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $40,030 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Colorado?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 820 people are employed as Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Colorado.
What is the hourly rate for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Colorado?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors in Colorado is approximately $24.60 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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