Long Term Care Nurse Salary Guide: Thornton, CO
Average Long Term Care Nurse Salary
$56.03/hour
The average salary for a Long Term Care Nurse in Thornton, CO is $56.03 per hour. This is equal to the Colorado average
Last updated on August 15, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Long Term Care Nurse salaries in Thornton, CO compared to State and National Averages
$56.03/hour
Thornton, CO
14% higher than the US average.
$56.19/hour
Colorado
14% higher than the US average.
$48.16/hour
United States
How Long Term Care Nurse Salaries in Thornton Compare to Other Cities
How Long Term Care Nurse Salaries in Thornton Compare to Other Cities
Englewood, Colorado
$55/hour
This is 1% lower than the Thornton average of $56.03.
Littleton, Colorado
$57/hour
This is 1% higher than the Thornton average of $56.03.
Rio Rancho, New Mexico
$36/hour
This is 55% lower than the Thornton average of $56.03.
What cities in Colorado pay the most for Long Term Care Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Longmont, Colorado | $57 | $63 |
| Littleton, Colorado | $57 | $63 |
| Parker, Colorado | $57 | $63 |
| Lakewood, Colorado | $57 | $63 |
| Thornton, Colorado | $56 | $59 |
| Denver, Colorado | $56 | $60 |
| Loveland, Colorado | $56 | $60 |
Last updated on August 15, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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