Therapist Salary Guide: Colorado
Average Therapist Salary
$49.28/hour
The average salary for a Therapist in Colorado is $49.28 per hour. This is 10% lower than the US average of $54.02.
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Therapist salaries in Colorado compared to National Averages
$49.28/hour
Colorado
10% lower than the US average.
$54.02/hour
United States
What cities in Colorado pay the most for Therapists?
Pueblo, Colorado pays Therapists the most, averaging $49 per hour, followed by Englewood, Colorado ($48) and Colorado Springs, Colorado ($48). Pueblo, Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Colorado average for Therapists is $49 per hour, roughly in line with Pueblo, Colorado.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Pueblo, Colorado | $49 | $58 |
| Englewood, Colorado | $48 | $55 |
| Colorado Springs, Colorado | $48 | $51 |
| Littleton, Colorado | $47 | $47 |
| Parker, Colorado | $47 | $47 |
| Lone Tree, Colorado | $46 | $47 |
| Lakewood, Colorado | $46 | $47 |
| Westminster, Colorado | $45 | $47 |
| Aurora, Colorado | $44 | $58 |
| Denver, Colorado | $44 | $47 |
What type of Therapists make the most money in Colorado?
Physical Therapist earns the most among Therapy specialties in Colorado, averaging $57 per hour, followed by Speech Language Pathologist ($56) and Occupational Therapist ($52). Physical Therapist also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $62. For comparison, the Colorado average for Therapists is $49 per hour — Physical Therapist earns 15% more.
| Specialty | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Therapist | $57 | $62 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | $56 | $58 |
| Occupational Therapist | $52 | $58 |
| Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) | $45 | $47 |
| Mental Health | $41 | $51 |
How does the pay for Therapists in Colorado compare to nearby states?
Oklahoma pays Therapists the most, averaging $55 per hour, followed by Arizona ($53) and Texas ($52). Texas has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Colorado average for Therapists is $49 per hour — Oklahoma pays 12% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | $55 | $58 |
| Arizona | $53 | $56 |
| Texas | $52 | $60 |
| New Mexico | $52 | $56 |
| Kansas | $51 | $55 |
| Idaho | $49 | $58 |
| Utah | $47 | $47 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Colorado?
Perm Staff Jobs pays Therapists the most, averaging $49 per hour, followed by UCHealth (Colorado) ($40) and Pennant Services ($39). Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $52. For comparison, the Colorado average for Therapists is $49 per hour, roughly in line with Perm Staff Jobs.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $49 | $52 |
| UCHealth (Colorado) | $40 | $52 |
| Pennant Services | $39 | $48 |
| Med Hires | $33 | $33 |
| CoreCivic | $30 | $30 |
Last updated on November 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Therapist Jobs
Outpatient Physical Therapist
- Parkview Medical Center
- Pueblo, CO
- Days
$41-62/hour
Physical Therapist
- UCHealth UCHealth UC Eagle Drive
- Loveland, CO
$41-62/hour
Physical Therapist
- UCHealth UCHlth Harmony Campus 2121 Harmony
- Fort Collins, CO
$41-62/hour
Physical Therapist
- UCHealth PPRH Main Hospital
- Woodland Park, CO
$41-62/hour
Physical Therapist
- University of Colorado Hospital
- Aurora, CO
$41-62/hour
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