PreOp / PACU Nurse Salary Guide: Lakewood, CO
Average PreOp / PACU Nurse Salary
Average PreOp / PACU Nurse Salary
$57.73/hour
The average salary for a PreOp / PACU Nurse in Lakewood, CO is $57.73 per hour. This is equal to the Colorado average
Last updated on August 31, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
PreOp / PACU Nurse salaries in Lakewood, CO compared to State and National Averages
PreOp / PACU Nurse salaries in Lakewood, CO compared to State and National Averages
$57.73/hour
Lakewood, CO
17% higher than the US average.
$57.49/hour
Colorado
17% higher than the US average.
$47.91/hour
United States
How PreOp / PACU Nurse Salaries in Lakewood Compare to Other Cities
How PreOp / PACU Nurse Salaries in Lakewood Compare to Other Cities
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What cities in Colorado pay the most for PreOp / PACU Nurses?
What cities in Colorado pay the most for PreOp / PACU Nurses?
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Lakewood, Colorado | $58 | $63 |
| Denver, Colorado | $58 | $63 |
| Parker, Colorado | $58 | $63 |
| Littleton, Colorado | $57 | $63 |
| Aurora, Colorado | $53 | $60 |
| Louisville, Colorado | $38 | $50 |
What are the highest paying Agencies for PreOp / PACU Nurse jobs in Lakewood?
What are the highest paying Agencies for PreOp / PACU Nurse jobs in Lakewood?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $50 | $50 |
Last updated on August 31, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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