How much does a compensation make in Boulder?
$103,300a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $49.65 an hour or $8,607 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.65
- Vs. national median
- +32%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 233
- Jobs in the area
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,470Median: $103,300Highest 10%: $176,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,470 | $30.51 | |
| 25th | $81,570 | $39.22 | |
| Median | $103,300 | $49.65 | |
| 75th | $140,100 | $67.38 | |
| 90th | $176,300 | $84.75 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for compensations.
| Denver, CO | $92,560 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $86,340 |
| Greeley, CO | $82,850 |
Related jobs in Boulder
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Management Analyst | $131,500 |
| Project Management Specialist | $122,000 |
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $108,100 |
| Budget Analyst | $102,800 |
| Financial Risk Specialist | $102,400 |
| Logistician | $100,700 |
| Accountant and Auditor | $99,990 |
| Compliance Officer | $98,350 |
| Market Research Analyst and Marketing Specialist | $97,600 |
| Financial Specialist | $95,790 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $49.65 ($103,300 a year).
Do compensations make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $103,300 against $78,210 nationally, 32% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $92,560, so Boulder pays 12% more.
Where does Boulder rank for compensation pay?
3 of 233 metro areas with data.
How much does a compensation make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $63,470 or less a year; the top 10% make $176,300 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.