Hazardous Materials Removal Workers pay in Colorado
In Colorado, the median pay for hazardous materials removal workers is $28.81 an hour ($59,920 a year). About 1,400 people work in this job there.
That is 21% higher than the U.S. median ($49,450). Colorado ranks 8th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for hazardous materials removal workers in Colorado
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.54 | $44,800 |
| 25% of workers | $22.81 | $47,440 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.81 | $59,920 |
| 75% of workers | $30.95 | $64,370 |
| 90% of workers | $34.55 | $71,870 |
Hazardous Materials Removal Workers pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Pueblo | $79,260 | 70 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial | $60,260 | 930 |
| Greeley | $57,130 | 100 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $56,160 | 40 |
| Colorado Springs | $55,690 | 120 |
| Boulder | $47,160 | 30 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for hazardous materials removal workers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +1.5% over ten years, little or no change · about 4,300 openings a year (BLS)
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