How much does a production worker make in Boulder?
$49,180a year
Median yearly pay for production workers in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $23.64 an hour or $4,098 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.64
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among cities
- 26 of 313
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,620Median: $49,180Highest 10%: $68,230
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,620 | $18.57 | |
| 25th | $40,640 | $19.54 | |
| Median | $49,180 | $23.64 | |
| 75th | $55,110 | $26.50 | |
| 90th | $68,230 | $32.80 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for production workers.
| Denver, CO | $47,230 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $46,860 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $46,840 |
| Greeley, CO | $46,810 |
Related jobs in Boulder
Same field, median yearly pay.
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Worker | $84,880 |
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operator | $74,270 |
| Welder | $65,040 |
| Machinist | $63,990 |
| Inspector | $60,400 |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator | $58,980 |
| Electrical | $55,220 |
| Coating | $54,760 |
| Separating | $53,340 |
| Chemical Equipment Operator and Tender | $51,230 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a production worker make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $23.64 ($49,180 a year).
Do production workers make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $49,180 against $40,110 nationally, 23% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $47,200, so Boulder pays 4% more.
Where does Boulder rank for production worker pay?
26 of 313 metro areas with data.
How much does a production worker make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,620 or less a year; the top 10% make $68,230 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.