How much does a lifeguard make in Colorado?
$35,640a year
Median yearly pay for lifeguards in Colorado. That is $17.13 an hour or $2,970 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.13
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,870Median: $35,640Highest 10%: $43,280
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,870 | $15.32 | |
| 25th | $33,710 | $16.21 | |
| Median | $35,640 | $17.13 | |
| 75th | $38,060 | $18.30 | |
| 90th | $43,280 | $20.81 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Denver, CO | $36,620 |
| Boulder, CO | $35,500 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $34,580 |
| Greeley, CO | $33,080 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $32,180 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $30,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifeguards.
| 8. Vermont | $36,030 |
| 9. Connecticut | $35,960 |
| 10. Rhode Island | $35,770 |
| 11. Colorado | $35,640 |
| 12. Arizona | $35,380 |
| 13. Florida | $35,040 |
| 14. Oregon | $35,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lifeguard make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $17.13 ($35,640 a year).
Do lifeguards make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $35,640 against $33,580 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Colorado rank for lifeguard pay?
Colorado ranks 11 of 51 states.
Which city in Colorado pays lifeguards the most?
Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO, with a median of $36,620 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.