Nursing Assistants pay in Boulder
In Boulder (CO), the median pay for nursing assistants is $23.97 an hour ($49,860 a year). About 1,030 people work in this job there.
That is 18% higher than the U.S. median ($42,260). It is 5% higher than the Colorado median ($47,380).
Pay range for nursing assistants in Boulder (CO)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.78 | $41,140 |
| 25% of workers | $22.17 | $46,120 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.97 | $49,860 |
| 75% of workers | $25.73 | $53,510 |
| 90% of workers | $27.44 | $57,080 |
Nursing Assistants pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder (this page) | $49,860 | 1,030 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial | $49,110 | 10,350 |
| Greeley | $46,670 | 700 |
| Colorado Springs | $46,120 | 4,910 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $45,970 | 0 |
| Pueblo | $45,270 | 920 |
| Grand Junction | $44,980 | 710 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for nursing assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +2.6% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 196,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Boulder (CO)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $103,290 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $44,150 |
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