Average Nurse Midwife Salary in Colorado
Nurse midwives in Colorado earn an average of $122,620 per year (or $58.95 per hour).
Colorado nurse midwives earn 7% higher than the national average salary for CNMs, at $114,210 (or $54.91 per hour).
Nurse midwife salary range in Colorado
| Annual Salary | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $129,790 | $62 |
| 75th Percentile | $128,690 | $61 |
| Median | $128,690 | $61 |
| 25th Percentile | $121,470 | $58 |
80% of Colorado CNMs earn between $99,330 and $129,790.
Cost-of-living adjusted nurse midwife salary in Colorado
Adjusted for cost-of-living, Colorado CNMs earn about $119,164 per year. Cost-of-living in Colorado is 2% higher than the national average, meaning they face higher prices for food, housing, and transportation compared to other states.
How much do similar professions get paid in Colorado?
| Nurse Anesthetist | $175,760 per year |
| Nurse Practitioner | $112,580 per year |
| Physical Therapist | $89,870 per year |
| Dental Hygienist | $87,140 per year |
| Registered Nurse | $80,670 per year |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $55,360 per year |
| Pharmacy Technician | $40,550 per year |
At a $122,620 average annual salary, CNMs in Colorado tend to earn less than nurse anesthetists ($175,760). They tend to earn more than nurse practitioners ($112,580), physical therapists ($89,870), dental hygienists ($87,140), registered nurses ($80,670), licensed practical nurses ($55,360), and pharmacy technicians ($40,550).
More about nurse midwives
A nurse-midwife is an advanced practice registered nurse who provides care for women throughout the reproductive process from preconception to delivery. Though they specialize in the reproductive process, they are also equipped to handle primary care and other gynecological services for women as well. Nurse-midwives work mostly in hospitals within the United States, but some work in community clinics, birthing clinics, or directly with the patient in their homes.
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