Psychiatric Aide salary in Colorado
What psychiatric aides earn in Colorado and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$46,130$22.18 per hour
vs U.S.+3%U.S. median $44,910
Middle half earn$44,570 – $49,320Top 10%: $56,140+
Jobs3000.46× the U.S. concentration
Psychiatric Aide pay in Colorado cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $47,730 | $22.95 | 110 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $51,670 | $24.84 | 40 |
Hospitals and jobs in Colorado
Psychiatric Aide pay in similar states
Maine · $46,720 Montana · $46,340 Michigan · $45,800 New Jersey · $45,780 Massachusetts · $45,300 Oklahoma · $44,960
Other healthcare salaries in Colorado
Registered Nurses · $100,260 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $38,540 Nursing Assistants · $47,380 Medical Assistants · $48,400 Dental Assistants · $48,340 Pharmacy Technicians · $49,970 Physical Therapists · $102,030 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $70,050 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $73,880 Pharmacists · $156,030 Speech-Language Pathologists · $110,750 Dental Hygienists · $109,580
Questions
How much does a psychiatric aide make in Colorado?
Psychiatric Aides in Colorado earned a median of $46,130 a year ($22.18 an hour) in May 2025, 3% more than the national median of $44,910. The middle half earned $44,570 to $49,320.
Where in Colorado do psychiatric aides earn the most?
Among areas in Colorado, pay was highest in Colorado Springs, CO at $51,670.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.