How much does a food processing worker make in Colorado?
$46,930a year
Median yearly pay for food processing workers in Colorado. That is $22.56 an hour or $3,911 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.56
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 610
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,110Median: $46,930Highest 10%: $52,030
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,110 | $17.84 | |
| 25th | $41,950 | $20.17 | |
| Median | $46,930 | $22.56 | |
| 75th | $49,020 | $23.57 | |
| 90th | $52,030 | $25.01 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boulder, CO | $48,850 |
| Denver, CO | $47,750 |
| Greeley, CO | $46,240 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $44,960 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $43,930 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food processing workers.
| 1. Colorado | $46,930 |
| 2. Idaho | $46,820 |
| 3. Kansas | $46,060 |
| 4. New Hampshire | $45,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food processing worker make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $22.56 ($46,930 a year).
Do food processing workers make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $46,930 against $39,680 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Colorado rank for food processing worker pay?
Colorado ranks 1 of 46 states.
Which city in Colorado pays food processing workers the most?
Boulder, CO, with a median of $48,850 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.