Mental Health Nurse Salary Guide: Colorado

Q: What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Mental Health Nurse jobs in Colorado?

The highest paying employer in Colorado for Mental Health Nurse jobs is UCHealth (Colorado), paying up to $47/hr. This is 10% higher than the average pay for Mental Health Nurse roles in Colorado.

Q: What cities in Colorado pay the most for Mental Health Nurses?

Aurora is currently the highest paying city in Colorado for Mental Health Nurse jobs, paying up to $49/hr. This is 6% lower than the average pay for Mental Health Nurse roles in Colorado. Other top paying cities include Englewood, paying up to $40/hr, Louisville, paying up to $50/hr, and Lafayette, paying up to $50/hr.

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Average Mental Health Nurse Salary

$42.36/hour

The average salary for a Mental Health Nurse in Colorado is $42.36 per hour. This is 3% higher than the US average of $41.00.

Last updated on December 24, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Mental Health Nurse salaries in Colorado compared to National Averages

$42.36/hour

Colorado

3% higher than the US average.

$41.00/hour

United States

What cities in Colorado pay the most for Mental Health Nurses?

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Aurora, Colorado	$40	$49
Englewood, Colorado	$39	$40
Lone Tree, Colorado	$38	$40

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Mental Health Nurse jobs in Colorado?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
UCHealth (Colorado)	$47	$47
HealthOne	$37	$40

Last updated on December 24, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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