How much does a courier and messenger make in Colorado?
$45,140a year
Median yearly pay for courier and messengers in Colorado. That is $21.70 an hour or $3,762 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.70
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 640
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,890Median: $45,140Highest 10%: $60,330
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,890 | $14.85 | |
| 25th | $39,280 | $18.88 | |
| Median | $45,140 | $21.70 | |
| 75th | $49,930 | $24.00 | |
| 90th | $60,330 | $29.00 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Denver, CO | $46,170 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $42,490 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $42,380 |
| Pueblo, CO | $39,590 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for courier and messengers.
| 3. Vermont | $45,600 |
| 4. District of Columbia | $45,210 |
| 5. Oregon | $45,170 |
| 6. Colorado | $45,140 |
| 7. California | $44,970 |
| 8. Minnesota | $44,860 |
| 9. Utah | $42,840 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a courier and messenger make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $21.70 ($45,140 a year).
Do courier and messengers make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $45,140 against $39,200 nationally, 15% more.
Where does Colorado rank for courier and messenger pay?
Colorado ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in Colorado pays courier and messengers the most?
Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO, with a median of $46,170 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.