How Much Do Teachers Make in Colorado? Here's What the Data Shows for 2024-25

As a school district in El Paso County gears up for a job fair this Wednesday, News5 is taking a closer look at average teacher salaries across Colorado.

According to the Colorado Department of Education, Boulder Valley Re-2 tops the list in the 2024–25 school year, offering the highest average teacher salary at $99,707 (including both charter and non-charter schools). On the other end of the spectrum is Vilas Re-5, located in southeastern Colorado, where the average salary is $36,763—the lowest in the state.

Average Teacher Salaries in El Paso County School Districts (2024–25)

District 2: $56,991
District 3: $65,529
District 8: $67,331
District 11: $62,908
District 12: $72,066
District 14: $65,287
District 20: $65,098
District 38: $57,582
District 49: $58,262

Pueblo County’s Largest School Districts

District 60: $66,539
District 70: $66,675

Public Opinion: Is $60K Enough?

A growing national campaign is pushing for a minimum teacher salary of $60,000. News5 asked viewers if they support the idea. Here’s how they responded:

✅ Yes: 50%
❌ No: 13%
💸 $60K isn’t enough: 37%

As Colorado navigates its education budget and staffing needs, teacher pay remains a key issue—especially with sharp contrasts in compensation from district to district.

This article has been carefully fact-checked by our editorial team to ensure accuracy and eliminate any misleading information. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity in our content.

Katie Baylett

Katie is a senior who has been on staff for three years. Her favorite type of stories to write is reviews and features. Katie’s favorite ice cream flavor is strawberry.