Registered Nurse Salary Guide: Thornton, CO

Average Registered Nurse Salary

$56.02/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Thornton, CO is $56.02 per hour. This is 3% higher than the Colorado average of $54.55.

Last updated on August 19, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Registered Nurse salaries in Thornton, CO compared to State and National Averages

$56.02/hour

Thornton, CO

14% higher than the US average.

$54.55/hour

Colorado

12% higher than the US average.

$48.16/hour

United States

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Dallas, Texas

$45/hour

This is 24% lower than the Thornton average of $56.02.

Baltimore, Maryland

$38/hour

This is 48% lower than the Thornton average of $56.02.

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