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Nurse Practitioners Salary in Colorado
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Nurse Practitioners make in Colorado?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$132,930
Median Annual Salary
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+2.5% vs 2024
$132,540
Mean Salary
$132,930
Median Salary
$63.91
Hourly Rate
4,270 people work as Nurse Practitioners in Colorado
Nurse Practitioners salary by percentile in Colorado
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Nurse Practitioners in Colorado earn a median salary of $132,930 per year ($11,077/month).
This is 0.6% below the national average of $133,771.
Colorado ranks #20 out of 51 states for Nurse Practitioners pay.
Approximately 4,270 people work in this occupation across Colorado.
Salaries increased by 2.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Nurse Practitioners
Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x rays. May prescribe medication. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.12
Active Listening
4.12
Critical Thinking
4.12
Complex Problem Solving
4.12
Writing
4.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Medicine and Dentistry
4.83
English Language
4.26
Biology
4.22
Psychology
4.17
Customer and Personal Service
4.13
Typical Education: Master's Degree
(65.2% of workers)
Salaries for Nurse Practitioners in Colorado range from $87,770 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $170,310 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $118,410 and $150,990.
The median annual salary for Nurse Practitioners in Colorado is $132,930 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $132,540.
What is the salary range for a Nurse Practitioners in Colorado?
Salaries for Nurse Practitioners in Colorado range from $87,770 at the 10th percentile to $170,310 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $118,410 and $150,990.
What is the starting salary for a Nurse Practitioners in Colorado?
Entry-level Nurse Practitioners positions in Colorado typically start around $87,770 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $118,410 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Nurse Practitioners in Colorado?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 4,270 people are employed as Nurse Practitioners in Colorado.
What is the hourly rate for a Nurse Practitioners in Colorado?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Nurse Practitioners in Colorado is approximately $63.91 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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