Teller Salary in Colorado (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Tellers in Colorado, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Colorado Median
$46,060
per year
Hourly Rate
$22.14
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+7% vs US median
US median $43,030
State Rank
#7 of 51
5,370 employed here

How much does a Teller make in Colorado?

A Teller working in Colorado earns a median salary of $46,060 per year, or about $22.14 per hour. That is 7% above the national median of $43,030 for this occupation.

Within Colorado, entry-level pay starts around $37,730 while the top 10% make $56,060 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $42,590 and $48,390 a year.

Teller salary range in Colorado

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$37,730$18.14
25th percentile (early career)$42,590$20.48
50th percentile (median)$46,060$22.14
75th percentile (experienced)$48,390$23.26
90th percentile (top earners)$56,060$26.95

How Colorado compares

Colorado ranks 7th out of 51 states and territories for Teller pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$47,670
2New Jersey$47,210
3California$46,900
4Massachusetts$46,900
5Alaska$46,770

Working as a Teller in Colorado

Nationally, about 329,000 people work as Tellers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Colorado pay ($46,060) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Teller make in Colorado?
The median Teller salary in Colorado is $46,060 per year, or about $22.14 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $37,730 at the entry level to $56,060 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Colorado pay compare to the national average?
Colorado pays Tellers about 7% more than the national median of $43,030. Colorado ranks 7th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Colorado a good state for Tellers?
Yes on pay — Colorado pays above the national median for this occupation, at $46,060 a year. About 5,370 Tellers are employed in Colorado. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Colorado?
The highest-paying occupations in Colorado include Orthodontist ($416,000), Dermatologist ($398,810), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($385,410), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.