Physical Scientists, All Other pay in Colorado
In Colorado, the median pay for physical scientists, all other is $64.63 an hour ($134,440 a year). About 710 people work in this job there.
That is 10% higher than the U.S. median ($122,570). Colorado ranks 10th of 39 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for physical scientists, all other in Colorado
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $39.79 | $82,760 |
| 25% of workers | $52.25 | $108,680 |
| Half of workers (median) | $64.63 | $134,440 |
| 75% of workers | $81.33 | $169,170 |
| 90% of workers | $108.56 | $225,810 |
Physical Scientists, All Other pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder | $141,320 | 0 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial | $140,980 | 420 |
| Colorado Springs | $129,630 | 30 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $118,560 | 50 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for physical scientists, all other
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: +2.1% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 1,400 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $85,990 |
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