How much does a surgeon make in Boulder?
$465,900a year
Median yearly pay for surgeons in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $224.01 an hour or $38,830 a month.
- Hourly
- $224.01
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 19 of 74
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $215,600Median: $465,900Highest 10%: $517,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $215,600 | $103.67 | |
| 25th | $271,500 | $130.50 | |
| Median | $465,900 | $224.01 | |
| 75th | $481,000 | $231.25 | |
| 90th | $517,900 | $248.97 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for surgeons.
| Denver, CO | $239,200 |
Related jobs in Boulder
Same field, median yearly pay.
| 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 |
| Veterinarian | $132,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a surgeon make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $224.01 ($465,900 a year).
Do surgeons make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $465,900 against $414,000 nationally, 13% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $239,200, so Boulder pays 95% more.
Where does Boulder rank for surgeon pay?
19 of 74 metro areas with data.
How much does a surgeon make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $215,600 or less a year; the top 10% make $517,900 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.