salary$76,800 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Boulder, CO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$59,460per year
Top pay (top 10%)$82,700per year
Jobs in the area250people work this job
Can a licensed practical nurse afford Boulder?
Expensive. Rent of $2,220 a month takes 34.7% of the median licensed practical nurse salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical nurse make in Boulder, CO?
The median pay for a licensed practical nurse in the Boulder, CO area is $76,800 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $59,460 and $82,700.
Can a licensed practical nurse afford to live in Boulder?
Typical rent of $2,220 a month takes 34.7% of the median licensed practical nurse salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Boulder, CO metro area.