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Nurse Paycheck Calculator — Colorado 2026

Calculate your real RN take-home pay in Colorado after federal tax, FICA, and 4.4% Colorado state income tax. All calculations happen in your browser — no account required.

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Example Nurse Paychecks in Colorado 2026

Filing single, standard deduction, no pre-tax deductions. Actual pay varies by filing status, benefits, and local taxes.

Experience Level	Annual Gross	Annual Net	Monthly Net	Biweekly Net
Entry-Level RN	$$67,000	$$52,573	$$4,381	$$2,022
Median RN	$$82,000	$$62,465	$$5,205	$$2,403
Senior / ICU RN	$$100,000	$$74,336	$$6,195	$$2,859

What Affects Your Nurse Take-Home Pay in Colorado

Federal Tax Brackets

Most RNs fall in the 22-24% federal bracket. Married filing jointly significantly lowers your rate.

Colorado State Tax

Colorado taxes income at 4.4%. On an $80k salary this reduces take-home by approximately $3,520/year.

Health Insurance

Employer-sponsored health plan premiums are pre-tax, reducing your federal and state taxable income.

401(k) / 403(b)

Hospital employers often match 3-6%. Pre-tax contributions lower taxable income by the full contribution amount.

Shift Differentials

Night, weekend, and holiday differentials are taxable income. Budget an extra 22-24% federal withholding on these.

Travel Nurse Stipends

Non-taxable housing and meal stipends for travel nurses are not subject to federal or state income tax when properly structured.

Colorado Nurse Paycheck FAQ

How much do nurses take home after taxes in Colorado in 2026?

A median RN in Colorado earning $82,000 takes home approximately $62,465/year ($2,403 biweekly) after federal tax, FICA and 4.4% Colorado state income tax.

What is the average nurse salary in Colorado?

The median registered nurse salary in Colorado is approximately $82,000/year in 2026, ranging from $67,000 for entry-level RNs to $100,000 for senior or specialty nurses.

Do nurses pay Social Security and Medicare taxes?

Yes. Most hospital-employed nurses pay 6.2% Social Security and 1.45% Medicare (FICA) on their full salary. Travel nurses on agency contracts also pay FICA on taxable wages.

How do 401(k) contributions affect my nurse paycheck?

Pre-tax 401(k) contributions reduce your federal and state taxable income dollar-for-dollar. A nurse contributing 6% of an $80,000 salary saves approximately $1,056 in federal taxes annually at the 22% bracket.

Does Colorado tax nurse income?

Yes. Colorado taxes nurse income at 4.4%. On a median salary this reduces annual take-home by approximately $3,608.

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Disclaimer: Estimates only. Based on 2026 IRS tax brackets, standard deduction, filing single. Actual take-home depends on W-4 withholding, pre-tax deductions, local taxes, and other factors. Not financial or tax advice.