How much does a medical records specialist make in Boulder?
$58,280a year
Median yearly pay for medical records specialists in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $28.02 an hour or $4,857 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.02
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among cities
- 71 of 374
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,260Median: $58,280Highest 10%: $72,050
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,260 | $22.72 | |
| 25th | $49,080 | $23.60 | |
| Median | $58,280 | $28.02 | |
| 75th | $61,230 | $29.44 | |
| 90th | $72,050 | $34.64 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for medical records specialists.
| Denver, CO | $61,240 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $55,670 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $54,950 |
| Pueblo, CO | $48,590 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $48,500 |
Related jobs in Boulder
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Surgeon | $465,900 |
| Physician | $453,500 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $297,100 |
| Radiologist | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $211,600 |
| Dentist | $180,400 |
| Pharmacist | $164,200 |
| Optometrist | $153,500 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $138,800 |
| Physician Assistant | $136,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical records specialist make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $28.02 ($58,280 a year).
Do medical records specialists make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $58,280 against $51,140 nationally, 14% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $59,020, so Boulder pays 1% less.
Where does Boulder rank for medical records specialist pay?
71 of 374 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical records specialist make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,260 or less a year; the top 10% make $72,050 or more.
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.