Psychiatrist salary in Colorado
What psychiatrists earn in Colorado and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$266,370$128.06 per hour
vs U.S.−5%U.S. median $281,870
Middle half earn$228,210 – $313,920Top 10%: $353,330+
Jobs2700.52× the U.S. concentration
Psychiatrist pay in Colorado cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $263,030 | $126.46 | 150 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $289,320 | $139.09 | 50 |
Hospitals and jobs in Colorado
Psychiatrist pay in similar states
Delaware · $279,410 Pennsylvania · $278,970 Kansas · $278,100 Oklahoma · $271,640 New York · $265,890 Illinois · $258,740
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 psychiatrist make in Colorado?
Psychiatrists in Colorado earned a median of $266,370 a year ($128.06 an hour) in May 2025, 5% less than the national median of $281,870. The middle half earned $228,210 to $313,920.
Where in Colorado do psychiatrists earn the most?
Among areas in Colorado, pay was highest in Colorado Springs, CO at $289,320.
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.