Average salary in Colorado

1 min readLast updated April 28, 2023by Kate Morgan

Colorado is known for its beautiful scenery, outdoor recreation, and growing job market. If you're considering a move to the Centennial State, it's important to have an understanding of the average salary in Colorado. In this article, we'll explore the average salary by city and borough, as well as the highest paying jobs in Colorado.

What is the average salary in Colorado by city?

According to data from the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, the top 10 highest paying cities in Colorado as of May 2020 are:

  1. Boulder: $81,560

  2. Denver-Aurora-Lakewood: $77,580

  3. Colorado Springs: $67,610

  4. Fort Collins: $64,130

  5. Greeley: $61,810

  6. Grand Junction: $57,500

  7. Pueblo: $53,830

  8. Boulder County: $51,670

  9. East and South Colorado nonmetropolitan area: $51,370

  10. North Colorado nonmetropolitan area: $50,190

It's worth noting that individual salaries can vary based on factors such as experience, education, and industry. The data for this paragraph was sourced from the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics.

What is the average salary in Colorado by borough?

Here are the top 10 highest paying boroughs in Colorado, according to the same data source:

  1. Douglas County: $88,410

  2. Boulder County: $81,790

  3. Broomfield County: $77,940

  4. Denver County: $77,040

  5. Jefferson County: $74,900

  6. Arapahoe County: $72,840

  7. Adams County: $68,860

  8. Larimer County: $64,560

  9. El Paso County: $63,930

  10. Weld County: $60,440

It's important to keep in mind that these figures represent the average annual wage for each borough, and individual salaries can vary based on several factors. The data for this paragraph was sourced from the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Highest paying jobs in Colorado

The following are the top 10 highest paying jobs in Colorado, according to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics:

  1. Surgeons: $419,490

  2. Anesthesiologists: $377,320

  3. Obstetricians and Gynecologists: $316,040

  4. Psychiatrists: $283,820

  5. Physicians and Surgeons, All Other: $273,360

  6. Orthodontists: $262,020

  7. Family Medicine Physicians: $248,720

  8. General Dentists: $246,400

  9. Pediatricians, General: $244,660

  10. Nurse Anesthetists: $229,580

It's important to note that these are just averages, and individual salaries can vary based on several factors, including experience and location. The data for this paragraph was sourced from the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Frequently asked questions about salaries in Colorado

What is the average salary in Colorado by age?

According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median weekly earnings for workers in Colorado as of the first quarter of 2021 were $989 for workers aged 16-19, $830 for workers aged 20-24, $948 for workers aged 25-34, $1,001 for workers aged 35-44, $1,000 for workers aged 45-54, $994 for workers aged 55-64, and $861 for workers aged 65 and over.

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Kate Morgan

Kate has written for leading publications and blue chip companies over the last 20 years.