How much does a geoscientist make in Colorado?
$114,400a year
Median yearly pay for geoscientists in Colorado. That is $55.00 an hour or $9,534 a month.
- Hourly
- $55.00
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,480
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $70,410Median: $114,400Highest 10%: $210,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $70,410 | $33.85 | |
| 25th | $82,360 | $39.60 | |
| Median | $114,400 | $55.00 | |
| 75th | $162,500 | $78.10 | |
| 90th | $210,100 | $101.00 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Grand Junction, CO | $121,800 |
| Denver, CO | $120,500 |
| Boulder, CO | $107,900 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $94,300 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $80,660 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for geoscientists.
| 1. Texas | $145,200 |
| 2. Rhode Island | $121,000 |
| 3. Oklahoma | $120,000 |
| 4. Colorado | $114,400 |
| 5. Mississippi | $112,400 |
| 6. Maryland | $110,500 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $108,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a geoscientist make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $55.00 ($114,400 a year).
Do geoscientists make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $114,400 against $101,900 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Colorado rank for geoscientist pay?
Colorado ranks 4 of 50 states.
Which city in Colorado pays geoscientists the most?
Grand Junction, CO, with a median of $121,800 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.