How much does a geological technician make in Colorado?
$61,780a year
Median yearly pay for geological technicians in Colorado. That is $29.70 an hour or $5,148 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.70
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,630Median: $61,780Highest 10%: $144,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,630 | $23.86 | |
| 25th | $49,630 | $23.86 | |
| Median | $61,780 | $29.70 | |
| 75th | $95,790 | $46.05 | |
| 90th | $144,900 | $69.68 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Denver, CO | $70,280 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geological technicians.
| 8. Nebraska | $63,160 |
| 9. Wyoming | $63,070 |
| 10. Tennessee | $63,050 |
| 11. Colorado | $61,780 |
| 12. Massachusetts | $61,630 |
| 13. New Mexico | $59,520 |
| 14. Virginia | $59,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geological technician make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $29.70 ($61,780 a year).
Do geological technicians make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $61,780 against $53,350 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Colorado rank for geological technician pay?
Colorado ranks 11 of 35 states.
Which city in Colorado pays geological technicians the most?
Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO, with a median of $70,280 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.