Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary Guide: Aurora, CO
Average Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary
$55.58/hour
The average salary for a Definitive Observation Unit Nurse in Aurora, CO is $55.58 per hour. This is 1% higher than the Colorado average of $55.13.
Last updated on October 19, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Definitive Observation Unit Nurse salaries in Aurora, CO compared to State and National Averages
$55.58/hour
Aurora, CO
9% higher than the US average.
$55.13/hour
Colorado
8% higher than the US average.
$50.67/hour
United States
How Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salaries in Aurora Compare to Other Cities
How Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salaries in Aurora Compare to Other Cities
Denver, Colorado
$57/hour
This is 4% higher than the Aurora average of $54.45.
Englewood, Colorado
$56/hour
This is 2% higher than the Aurora average of $54.45.
Salt Lake City, Utah
$48/hour
This is 13% lower than the Aurora average of $54.45.
What cities in Colorado pay the most for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses?
Commerce City, Colorado pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Highlands Ranch, Colorado ($57) and Denver, Colorado ($57). Commerce City, Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the Aurora, CO average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $56 per hour — Commerce City, Colorado pays 3% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Commerce City, Colorado | $57 | $63 |
| Highlands Ranch, Colorado | $57 | $62 |
| Denver, Colorado | $57 | $63 |
| Lone Tree, Colorado | $56 | $63 |
| Thornton, Colorado | $56 | $59 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for Definitive Observation Unit Nurse jobs in Aurora?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $46 per hour, followed by TK Health ($46). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $52. For comparison, the Aurora, CO average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $56 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 17% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $46 | $52 |
| TK Health | $46 | $46 |
Last updated on October 19, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- The Medical Center of Aurora
- Aurora, CO
$40-59/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- The Medical Center of Aurora
- Aurora, CO
$37-56/hour
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