How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make in Colorado?
$104,700a year
Median yearly pay for atmospheric and space scientists in Colorado. That is $50.32 an hour or $8,723 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.32
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 1,150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $76,110Median: $104,700Highest 10%: $165,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $76,110 | $36.59 | |
| 25th | $85,440 | $41.08 | |
| Median | $104,700 | $50.32 | |
| 75th | $140,400 | $67.49 | |
| 90th | $165,500 | $79.57 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boulder, CO | $121,900 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $111,000 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $106,000 |
| Denver, CO | $85,440 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for atmospheric and space scientists.
| 15. Montana | $108,900 |
| 16. Massachusetts | $108,100 |
| 17. Minnesota | $106,300 |
| 18. Colorado | $104,700 |
| 19. District of Columbia | $103,900 |
| 20. Maine | $103,700 |
| 21. Indiana | $103,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $50.32 ($104,700 a year).
Do atmospheric and space scientists make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $104,700 against $99,070 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Colorado rank for atmospheric and space scientist pay?
Colorado ranks 18 of 47 states.
Which city in Colorado pays atmospheric and space scientists the most?
Boulder, CO, with a median of $121,900 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.