How much does a substance abuse make in Boulder?
$75,020a year
Median yearly pay for substance abuses in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $36.07 an hour or $6,252 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.07
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among cities
- 13 of 387
- Jobs in the area
- 620
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,870Median: $75,020Highest 10%: $109,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,870 | $22.05 | |
| 25th | $52,940 | $25.45 | |
| Median | $75,020 | $36.07 | |
| 75th | $84,260 | $40.51 | |
| 90th | $109,800 | $52.80 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for substance abuses.
| Fort Collins, CO | $71,120 |
| Denver, CO | $62,810 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $59,740 |
| Greeley, CO | $59,580 |
| Pueblo, CO | $58,380 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $58,300 |
Related jobs in Boulder
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Worker | $84,450 |
| Healthcare Social Worker | $77,820 |
| Probation Officer and Correctional Treatment Specialist | $76,290 |
| Educational | $75,030 |
| Community Health Worker | $65,780 |
| Child | $64,660 |
| Social Worker | $64,250 |
| Marriage and Family Therapist | $60,700 |
| Community and Social Service Specialist | $56,780 |
| Social and Human Service Assistant | $52,830 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a substance abuse make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $36.07 ($75,020 a year).
Do substance abuses make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $75,020 against $59,350 nationally, 26% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $62,390, so Boulder pays 20% more.
Where does Boulder rank for substance abuse pay?
13 of 387 metro areas with data.
How much does a substance abuse make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,870 or less a year; the top 10% make $109,800 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.