How much does a coating make in Boulder?
$54,760a year
Median yearly pay for coatings in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $26.33 an hour or $4,563 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.33
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 46 of 337
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,450Median: $54,760Highest 10%: $113,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,450 | $19.93 | |
| 25th | $48,880 | $23.50 | |
| Median | $54,760 | $26.33 | |
| 75th | $61,710 | $29.67 | |
| 90th | $113,700 | $54.64 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for coatings.
| Grand Junction, CO | $61,130 |
| Denver, CO | $56,160 |
| Pueblo, CO | $53,080 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $52,180 |
| Greeley, CO | $50,960 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $49,260 |
Related jobs in Boulder
Same field, median yearly pay.
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Worker | $84,880 |
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operator | $74,270 |
| Welder | $65,040 |
| Machinist | $63,990 |
| Inspector | $60,400 |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator | $58,980 |
| Electrical | $55,220 |
| Separating | $53,340 |
| Chemical Equipment Operator and Tender | $51,230 |
| Cabinetmaker and Bench Carpenter | $50,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a coating make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $26.33 ($54,760 a year).
Do coatings make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $54,760 against $48,250 nationally, 13% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $53,590, so Boulder pays 2% more.
Where does Boulder rank for coating pay?
46 of 337 metro areas with data.
How much does a coating make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $41,450 or less a year; the top 10% make $113,700 or more.
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.