How much does a paramedic make in Boulder?
$61,450a year
Median yearly pay for paramedics in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $29.54 an hour or $5,121 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.54
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 104 of 266
- Jobs in the area
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,880Median: $61,450Highest 10%: $114,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,880 | $25.42 | |
| 25th | $60,490 | $29.08 | |
| Median | $61,450 | $29.54 | |
| 75th | $114,800 | $55.19 | |
| 90th | $114,800 | $55.19 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for paramedics.
| Greeley, CO | $66,830 |
| Pueblo, CO | $65,310 |
| Denver, CO | $65,090 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $64,680 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $63,360 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $62,000 |
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 paramedic make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $29.54 ($61,450 a year).
Do paramedics make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $61,450 against $60,600 nationally, 1% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $63,910, so Boulder pays 4% less.
Where does Boulder rank for paramedic pay?
104 of 266 metro areas with data.
How much does a paramedic make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $52,880 or less a year; the top 10% make $114,800 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.