LPN salary in Colorado
LPNs in Colorado earn a median $73,880 a year, 15% above the national median of $64,400. That ranks #14 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $57,937.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 29-2061. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $73,880 | $6,157 | $2,842 | $35.52 |
| Average pay | $70,820 | $5,902 | $2,724 | $34.05 |
| Take-home (median) | $57,937 | $4,828 | $2,228 | $27.85 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $7,424 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $5,652 |
| Colorado income tax and state programs | $2,867 |
| Take-home | $57,937 |
Colorado's prices are 3% above the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $56,221 buys in an average-priced state. The Colorado minimum wage is $15.16; the median LPN earns 2.3 times that.
LPN pay in Colorado vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $73,880 | $57,937 | $56,221 |
| Arizona | $77,070 | $61,524 | $61,111 |
| Kansas | $61,760 | $49,158 | $54,578 |
| Nebraska | $62,660 | $50,556 | $56,109 |
| New Mexico | $59,330 | $48,229 | $52,302 |
| Oklahoma | $58,320 | $46,961 | $53,460 |
| Utah | $63,230 | $50,552 | $51,133 |
| Wyoming | $63,460 | $53,170 | $57,363 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do lpns make in Colorado?
- The median salary is $73,880 a year ($35.52 an hour), and the average is $70,820, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do lpns take home in Colorado?
- About $57,937 a year after federal and Colorado taxes, or $2,228 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do lpns earn more in Colorado than the national average?
- Colorado ranks #14 of 51 for median pay, 15% above the U.S. median of $64,400. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #16.