How much does a biological scientist make in Colorado?
$93,970a year
Median yearly pay for biological scientists in Colorado. That is $45.18 an hour or $7,831 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.18
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 850
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,930Median: $93,970Highest 10%: $128,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,930 | $30.74 | |
| 25th | $79,480 | $38.21 | |
| Median | $93,970 | $45.18 | |
| 75th | $108,700 | $52.25 | |
| 90th | $128,400 | $61.75 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Denver, CO | $102,100 |
| Boulder, CO | $98,800 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $98,800 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $97,140 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological scientists.
| 15. Virginia | $96,030 |
| 16. Hawaii | $95,600 |
| 17. Ohio | $95,560 |
| 18. Colorado | $93,970 |
| 19. Utah | $93,250 |
| 20. Montana | $91,560 |
| 21. South Carolina | $91,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological scientist make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $45.18 ($93,970 a year).
Do biological scientists make more in Colorado than the national average?
No: $93,970 against $98,920 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Colorado rank for biological scientist pay?
Colorado ranks 18 of 50 states.
Which city in Colorado pays biological scientists the most?
Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO, with a median of $102,100 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.