Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Salary in Colorado

$31,265 $101,463
10th pct Median: $58,990 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$31,265
25th Percentile$42,473
50th (Median)$58,990
75th Percentile$81,406
90th (Top Earners)$101,463
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Colorado median salary of $58,990 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses has the purchasing power of approximately $53,872 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 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses make in Colorado?
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Colorado earn a median annual salary of $58,990 per year ($28.36/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $54,620.
Is Colorado a good state for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
Colorado pays above the national average for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses, 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 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Colorado?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 109.5 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $58,990 salary in Colorado has the purchasing power of approximately $53,872 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Colorado reduce real purchasing power.
How does Colorado compare to neighboring states for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses 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 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses in Colorado

Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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