Orthopedic Surgery Nurse Salary Guide: Colorado
Average Orthopedic Surgery Nurse Salary
$56.52/hour
The average salary for an Orthopedic Surgery Nurse in Colorado is $56.52 per hour. This is 9% higher than the US average of $51.68.
Last updated on October 1, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Orthopedic Surgery Nurse salaries in Colorado compared to National Averages
$56.52/hour
Colorado
9% higher than the US average.
$51.68/hour
United States
What cities in Colorado pay the most for Orthopedic Surgery Nurses?
Commerce City, Colorado pays Orthopedic Surgery Nurses the most, averaging $59 per hour, followed by Lone Tree, Colorado ($58) and Highlands Ranch, Colorado ($57). Commerce City, Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $67. For comparison, the Colorado average for Registered Nurses is $57 per hour — Commerce City, Colorado pays 4% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Commerce City, Colorado | $59 | $67 |
| Lone Tree, Colorado | $58 | $63 |
| Highlands Ranch, Colorado | $57 | $63 |
| Denver, Colorado | $57 | $63 |
| Thornton, Colorado | $56 | $59 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Orthopedic Surgery Nurse jobs in Colorado?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Orthopedic Surgery Nurses, averaging $45 per hour. For comparison, the Colorado average for Registered Nurses is $57 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 20% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $45 | $45 |
Last updated on October 1, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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