How much does a separating make in Boulder?
$53,340a year
Median yearly pay for separatings in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $25.64 an hour or $4,445 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.64
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 61 of 189
- Jobs in the area
- 310
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,070Median: $53,340Highest 10%: $84,160
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,070 | $20.23 | |
| 25th | $45,930 | $22.08 | |
| Median | $53,340 | $25.64 | |
| 75th | $70,280 | $33.79 | |
| 90th | $84,160 | $40.46 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for separatings.
| Greeley, CO | $59,670 |
| Denver, CO | $51,180 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $49,620 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $44,450 |
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 |
| Chemical Equipment Operator and Tender | $51,230 |
| Cabinetmaker and Bench Carpenter | $50,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a separating make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $25.64 ($53,340 a year).
Do separatings make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $53,340 against $51,610 nationally, 3% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $49,590, so Boulder pays 8% more.
Where does Boulder rank for separating pay?
61 of 189 metro areas with data.
How much does a separating make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $42,070 or less a year; the top 10% make $84,160 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.