Average New Graduate Nurse Salary

$26.10/hour

The average salary for a New Graduate Nurse in Colorado is $26.10 per hour. This is 53% lower than the US average of $40.06.

Last updated on November 16, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

New Graduate Nurse salaries in Colorado compared to National Averages

$26.10/hour

Colorado

53% lower than the US average.

$40.06/hour

United States

What cities in Colorado pay the most for New Graduate Nurses?
CityAverage Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Littleton, Colorado$57$63
Parker, Colorado$57$63
Lakewood, Colorado$57$63
Thornton, Colorado$56$59
Denver, Colorado$56$60
How does the pay for New Graduate Nurses in Colorado compare to nearby states?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Kansas$32$44
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for New Graduate Nurse jobs in Colorado?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Perm Staff Jobs$45$45

Last updated on November 16, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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