Last Updated: April 2026
L&D Nurse Salary in Colorado (2026)
L&D Nurses in Colorado earn an average of $87,180/year ($41.91/hr) in 2026 — 1% above the national average of $86,340/year. Colorado ranks #17 out of 50 states for L&D Nurse pay.
L&D Nurse Salary in Colorado vs. Other States
The table below shows the top 5 highest-paying states for L&D Nurses alongside Colorado and the national average.
L&D Nurse Salary by State — Top 5 + Colorado
| State | Avg. Annual Salary | Avg. Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| California | $141,746 | $68.15/hr |
| Hawaii | $120,187 | $57.78/hr |
| Massachusetts | $109,589 | $52.69/hr |
| New York | $106,176 | $51.05/hr |
| Oregon | $104,848 | $50.41/hr |
| Colorado (your state, #17) | $87,180 | $41.91/hr |
| National Average | $86,340 | $41.51/hr |
Source: BLS OEWS 2025 + NurseSalaryIntel 2026 projections
L&D Nurse Salary in Colorado by Experience
Experience is a major driver of pay. In Colorado, a new grad L&D Nurse starts around $69,744/year, while a nurse with 16+ years earns up to $113,334/year.
L&D Nurse Pay by Experience — Colorado
| Experience Level | Avg. Annual Salary | Avg. Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| New Grad (0–1 yr) | $69,744 | $33.53/hr |
| 2–3 years | $78,462 | $37.72/hr |
| 4–6 years | $87,180 | $41.91/hr |
| 7–10 years | $97,642 | $46.94/hr |
| 11–15 years | $106,360 | $51.13/hr |
| 16+ years | $113,334 | $54.49/hr |
Source: NurseSalaryIntel survey data, 2026
Certifications & Pay Impact in Colorado
RNC-OB certification typically adds $4,000–$7,000/year on top of base salary in Colorado.
Travel L&D Nurse Pay in Colorado
Travel L&D Nurses in Colorado typically earn 35–70% more than staff nurses — roughly $130,770–$148,206/year when annualized. The premium reflects facility demand, housing stipends, and contract flexibility.
See travel nurse specialty salary data →National L&D Nurse Salary Overview
For the full national picture — all 50 states, experience breakdowns, and certification premiums — see the complete L&D Nurse salary guide.
View full L&D Nursesalary guide — all states, experience levels & certifications →Top Cities for L&D Nurses in Colorado
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📊 Data Methodology
Salary figures on this page are 2026 estimates derived from the most recent available U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) data, based on the May 2024 survey and published in March 2025. Estimated ranges may also incorporate publicly available 2025 job postings, hospital pay schedules, regional market conditions, and reported compensation trends.
Official 2026 OEWS wage data has not yet been released. All salary figures on this page should be treated as informational estimates rather than official government statistics or guaranteed compensation rates.
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