Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School Salary in Colorado

$35,867 $116,398
10th pct Median: $67,673 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$35,867
25th Percentile$48,725
50th (Median)$67,673
75th Percentile$93,389
90th (Top Earners)$116,398
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Colorado median salary of $67,673 for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School has the purchasing power of approximately $61,802 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 Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School make in Colorado?
Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Colorado earn a median annual salary of $67,673 per year ($32.54/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $62,660.
Is Colorado a good state for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School?
Colorado pays above the national average for special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school, 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 Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Colorado?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 109.5 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $67,673 salary in Colorado has the purchasing power of approximately $61,802 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Colorado reduce real purchasing power.
How does Colorado compare to neighboring states for Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School 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 Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School in Colorado

Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School 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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