How much does a surgical assistant make in Colorado?
$107,400a year
Median yearly pay for surgical assistants in Colorado. That is $51.65 an hour or $8,953 a month.
- Hourly
- $51.65
- Vs. national median
- +61%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 44
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $76,330Median: $107,400Highest 10%: $125,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $76,330 | $36.70 | |
| 25th | $104,800 | $50.39 | |
| Median | $107,400 | $51.65 | |
| 75th | $125,300 | $60.22 | |
| 90th | $125,300 | $60.22 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Colorado Springs, CO | $88,570 |
| Boulder, CO | $83,030 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for surgical assistants.
| 1. District of Columbia | $123,400 |
| 2. Arizona | $111,200 |
| 3. Colorado | $107,400 |
| 4. Nevada | $100,800 |
| 5. New Jersey | $90,710 |
| 6. South Carolina | $85,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a surgical assistant make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $51.65 ($107,400 a year).
Do surgical assistants make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $107,400 against $66,800 nationally, 61% more.
Where does Colorado rank for surgical assistant pay?
Colorado ranks 3 of 44 states.
Which city in Colorado pays surgical assistants the most?
Colorado Springs, CO, with a median of $88,570 a year.
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.