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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Flight Nurse in Colorado is $96,710 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.
However, a Flight Nurse's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Flight Nurse Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $103,770 | $8,648 | $1,996 | $50 |
| Average | $96,710 | $8,059 | $1,860 | $46 |
| 25th Percentile | $90,130 | $7,511 | $1,733 | $43 |
Intermountain Health - Pagosa Lakes, CO
Intermountain Health - Pagosa Springs, CO
Intermountain Health - Pagosa Lakes, CO
Air Methods Corporation - Englewood, CO
A Flight Nurse's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Flight Nurse's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Flight Nurse | $94,550 |
| Intermediate Level Flight Nurse | $95,042 |
| Senior Level Flight Nurse | $97,241 |
| Specialist Level Flight Nurse | $100,192 |
| Expert Level Flight Nurse | $100,403 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Flight Nurses. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
Flight Nurse salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $102,582. While startup companies pay approximate $87,415.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $87,415 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $92,278 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $99,228 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $102,582 |
For Flight Nurse roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Flight Nurse positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Flight Nurse as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $116,052 | $56.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Flight Nurse's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $103,770 | $8,648 | $1,996 | $50 |
| Average | $96,710 | $8,059 | $1,860 | $46 |
| 25th Percentile | $90,130 | $7,511 | $1,733 | $43 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Flight Nurse job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
Intermountain Health
PAGOSA LAKES, CO
Intermountain Health | PAGOSA LAKES, CO
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SAINT ROBERT, MO
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Mercy | FORT SMITH, AR
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HARBOR, OR
REACH Medical Holdings | HARBOR, OR
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MURPHY, OR
REACH Medical Holdings | MURPHY, OR
REACH Medical Holdings is seeking a Flight Nurse to deliver high-acuity critical care during air medical transports across California and the Western U.S. ... more
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REACH Medical Holdings
NORTHCREST, CA
REACH Medical Holdings | NORTHCREST, CA
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