Childcare Workers Salary in Colorado
Childcare Workers in Colorado earn a median of $40,750 a year, +16% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $40,750
- vs. U.S. median
- +16% ($34,980)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 13,310
Pay range in Colorado
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $33,430; the top 10% earn over $49,190. Nationally the range is $24,260 to $46,010.
States ranked near Colorado
Similar jobs in Colorado
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education$45,500 median in Colorado
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool$78,040 median in Colorado
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education$62,870 median in Colorado
- Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School$72,750 median in Colorado
- Residential Advisors$44,750 median in Colorado
- Nannies$40,750 median in Colorado (broader BLS group)
Childcare Workers pay in Colorado
How much do childcare workers make in Colorado?
The median is $40,750 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $33,430 and the top 10% earn over $49,190. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Colorado a good state for childcare workers?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 51 (+16% vs. the national median of $34,980). Living costs are not included.