Accountants and Auditors pay in Boulder
In Boulder (CO), the median pay for accountants and auditors is $48.07 an hour ($99,990 a year). About 2,380 people work in this job there.
That is 19% higher than the U.S. median ($83,680). It is 3% higher than the Colorado median ($97,030).
Pay range for accountants and auditors in Boulder (CO)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.53 | $61,420 |
| 25% of workers | $37.73 | $78,480 |
| Half of workers (median) | $48.07 | $99,990 |
| 75% of workers | $62.29 | $129,560 |
| 90% of workers | $79.89 | $166,180 |
Accountants and Auditors pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial | $100,020 | 22,720 |
| Boulder (this page) | $99,990 | 2,380 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $89,340 | 1,860 |
| Greeley | $87,240 | 1,160 |
| Colorado Springs | $85,000 | 2,580 |
| Pueblo | $78,340 | 420 |
| Grand Junction | $76,870 | 640 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for accountants and auditors
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5% over ten years, faster than average · about 115,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Boulder (CO)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks | $57,330 |
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