How much does a food preparation and serving related worker make in Colorado?
$35,710a year
Median yearly pay for food preparation and serving related workers in Colorado. That is $17.17 an hour or $2,976 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.17
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 2,970
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,380Median: $35,710Highest 10%: $47,360
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,380 | $15.09 | |
| 25th | $32,140 | $15.45 | |
| Median | $35,710 | $17.17 | |
| 75th | $42,270 | $20.32 | |
| 90th | $47,360 | $22.77 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boulder, CO | $39,270 |
| Denver, CO | $35,770 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $35,710 |
| Greeley, CO | $35,640 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $35,050 |
| Pueblo, CO | $34,570 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food preparation and serving related workers.
| 14. New Jersey | $36,290 |
| 15. New Mexico | $36,250 |
| 16. Virginia | $35,870 |
| 17. Colorado | $35,710 |
| 18. Massachusetts | $35,300 |
| 19. Michigan | $35,100 |
| 20. Washington | $34,650 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food preparation and serving related worker make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $17.17 ($35,710 a year).
Do food preparation and serving related workers make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $35,710 against $35,840 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Colorado rank for food preparation and serving related worker pay?
Colorado ranks 17 of 44 states.
Which city in Colorado pays food preparation and serving related workers the most?
Boulder, CO, with a median of $39,270 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.