New Graduate Nurse Salary Guide: Denver, CO
Average New Graduate Nurse Salary
$37.76/hour
The average salary for a New Graduate Nurse in Denver, CO is $37.76 per hour. This is 31% higher than the Colorado average of $26.10.
Last updated on December 5, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
New Graduate Nurse salaries in Denver, CO compared to State and National Averages
$37.76/hour
Denver, CO
5% lower than the US average.
$26.10/hour
Colorado
52% lower than the US average.
$39.59/hour
United States
How New Graduate Nurse Salaries in Denver Compare to Other Cities
How New Graduate Nurse Salaries in Denver Compare to Other Cities
Wichita, Kansas
$28/hour
This is 37% lower than the Denver average of $37.76.
Independence, Missouri
$33/hour
This is 13% lower than the Denver average of $37.76.
Overland Park, Kansas
$33/hour
This is 16% lower than the Denver average of $37.76.
What cities in Colorado pay the most for New Graduate Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville, Colorado | $38 | $50 |
| Lafayette, Colorado | $38 | $50 |
| Thornton, Colorado | $38 | $40 |
| Englewood, Colorado | $38 | $40 |
| Aurora, Colorado | $38 | $44 |
| Denver, Colorado | $38 | $44 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for New Graduate Nurse jobs in Denver?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| HealthOne | $29 | $29 |
Last updated on December 5, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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