PreOp / PACU Nurse Salary Guide: Colorado

Q: What cities in Colorado pay the most for PreOp / PACU Nurses?

Louisville is currently the highest paying city in Colorado for PreOp / PACU Nurse jobs, paying up to $50/hr. This is 22% lower than the average pay for PreOp / PACU Nurse roles in Colorado. Other top paying cities include Lafayette, paying up to $50/hr, Boulder, paying up to $50/hr, and Longmont, paying up to $50/hr.

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Average PreOp / PACU Nurse Salary

$46.88/hour

The average salary for a PreOp / PACU Nurse in Colorado is $46.88 per hour. This is 24% higher than the US average of $35.50.

Last updated on April 1, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

PreOp / PACU Nurse salaries in Colorado compared to National Averages

$46.88/hour

Colorado

24% higher than the US average.

$35.50/hour

United States

What cities in Colorado pay the most for PreOp / PACU Nurses?

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Louisville, Colorado	$38	$50
Lafayette, Colorado	$38	$50
Boulder, Colorado	$38	$50
Longmont, Colorado	$38	$50

How does the pay for PreOp / PACU Nurses in Colorado compare to nearby states?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Arizona	$52	$58
Texas	$39	$47

Last updated on April 1, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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