How much does a materials scientist make in Colorado?
$117,300a year
Median yearly pay for materials scientists in Colorado. That is $56.39 an hour or $9,774 a month.
- Hourly
- $56.39
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 370
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $76,820Median: $117,300Highest 10%: $160,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $76,820 | $36.93 | |
| 25th | $91,030 | $43.76 | |
| Median | $117,300 | $56.39 | |
| 75th | $134,100 | $64.45 | |
| 90th | $160,800 | $77.29 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boulder, CO | $126,900 |
| Denver, CO | $106,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for materials scientists.
| 12. Illinois | $125,900 |
| 13. Virginia | $124,200 |
| 14. New Hampshire | $120,000 |
| 15. Colorado | $117,300 |
| 16. Kansas | $115,500 |
| 17. Maryland | $112,400 |
| 18. Ohio | $108,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a materials scientist make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $56.39 ($117,300 a year).
Do materials scientists make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $117,300 against $117,800 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Colorado rank for materials scientist pay?
Colorado ranks 15 of 30 states.
Which city in Colorado pays materials scientists the most?
Boulder, CO, with a median of $126,900 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.