How much does an explosives worker make in Colorado?
$69,640a year
Median yearly pay for explosives workers in Colorado. That is $33.48 an hour or $5,803 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.48
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 32
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,870Median: $69,640Highest 10%: $91,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $54,870 | $26.38 | |
| 25th | $61,390 | $29.51 | |
| Median | $69,640 | $33.48 | |
| 75th | $77,180 | $37.11 | |
| 90th | $91,550 | $44.01 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Denver, CO | $70,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for explosives workers.
| 7. New Mexico | $78,960 |
| 8. Tennessee | $74,190 |
| 9. Florida | $69,780 |
| 10. Colorado | $69,640 |
| 11. Utah | $67,910 |
| 12. Hawaii | $64,560 |
| 13. Missouri | $64,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an explosives worker make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $33.48 ($69,640 a year).
Do explosives workers make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $69,640 against $61,390 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Colorado rank for explosives worker pay?
Colorado ranks 10 of 32 states.
Which city in Colorado pays explosives workers the most?
Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO, with a median of $70,200 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.