How much does a life scientist make in Colorado?
$66,250a year
Median yearly pay for life scientists in Colorado. That is $31.85 an hour or $5,521 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.85
- Vs. national median
- -29%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 32
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,140Median: $66,250Highest 10%: $162,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,140 | $20.26 | |
| 25th | $42,140 | $20.26 | |
| Median | $66,250 | $31.85 | |
| 75th | $90,080 | $43.31 | |
| 90th | $162,000 | $77.88 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fort Collins, CO | $51,850 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for life scientists.
| 24. Hawaii | $71,990 |
| 25. Indiana | $69,410 |
| 26. Idaho | $68,990 |
| 27. Colorado | $66,250 |
| 28. Illinois | $66,190 |
| 29. Minnesota | $64,610 |
| 30. Iowa | $64,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a life scientist make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $31.85 ($66,250 a year).
Do life scientists make more in Colorado than the national average?
No: $66,250 against $93,750 nationally, 29% less.
Where does Colorado rank for life scientist pay?
Colorado ranks 27 of 32 states.
Which city in Colorado pays life scientists the most?
Fort Collins-Loveland, CO, with a median of $51,850 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.