How much does an orthopedic surgeon make in Boulder?
$211,600a year
Median yearly pay for orthopedic surgeons in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $101.73 an hour or $17,630 a month.
- Hourly
- $101.73
- Vs. national median
- -41%
- Rank among cities
- 37 of 44
- Jobs in the area
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $180,600Median: $211,600Highest 10%: $623,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $180,600 | $86.83 | |
| 25th | $180,600 | $86.83 | |
| Median | $211,600 | $101.73 | |
| 75th | $417,200 | $200.56 | |
| 90th | $623,900 | $299.95 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for orthopedic surgeons.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Boulder
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Surgeon | $465,900 |
| Physician | $453,500 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $297,100 |
| Radiologist | $239,200 |
| Dentist | $180,400 |
| Pharmacist | $164,200 |
| Optometrist | $153,500 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $138,800 |
| Physician Assistant | $136,500 |
| Veterinarian | $132,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an orthopedic surgeon make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $101.73 ($211,600 a year).
Do orthopedic surgeons make more in Boulder than the national average?
No: $211,600 against $358,600 nationally, 41% less.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $385,400, so Boulder pays 45% less.
Where does Boulder rank for orthopedic surgeon pay?
37 of 44 metro areas with data.
How much does an orthopedic surgeon make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $180,600 or less a year; the top 10% make $623,900 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.