Director of Nursing Salary Guide: Colorado

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Average Director of Nursing Salary

$55.29/hour

The average salary for a Director of Nursing in Colorado is $55.29 per hour. This is 9% lower than the US average of $60.52.

Last updated on October 10, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Director of Nursing salaries in Colorado compared to National Averages

$55.29/hour

Colorado

9% lower than the US average.

$60.52/hour

United States

How does the pay for Directors of Nursing in Colorado compare to nearby states?

Only Texas reports pay data for Director of Nursings, averaging $65 per hour. Texas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $83. For comparison, the Colorado average for Registered Nurses is $55 per hour — Texas pays 18% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Texas	$65	$83

Last updated on October 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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