How much does an orthopedic surgeon make in Colorado?
$385,400a year
Median yearly pay for orthopedic surgeons in Colorado. That is $185.29 an hour or $32,120 a month.
- Hourly
- $185.29
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $180,600Median: $385,400Highest 10%: $641,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $180,600 | $86.83 | |
| 25th | $200,000 | $96.15 | |
| Median | $385,400 | $185.29 | |
| 75th | $540,700 | $259.95 | |
| 90th | $641,100 | $308.24 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boulder, CO | $211,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for orthopedic surgeons.
| 16. New York | $414,300 |
| 17. Michigan | $413,500 |
| 18. Massachusetts | $392,300 |
| 19. Colorado | $385,400 |
| 20. Pennsylvania | $354,000 |
| 21. New Jersey | $341,400 |
| 22. Tennessee | $325,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an orthopedic surgeon make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $185.29 ($385,400 a year).
Do orthopedic surgeons make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $385,400 against $358,600 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Colorado rank for orthopedic surgeon pay?
Colorado ranks 19 of 38 states.
Which city in Colorado pays orthopedic surgeons the most?
Boulder, CO, with a median of $211,600 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.