Pipelayers pay in Colorado
In Colorado, the median pay for pipelayers is $28.72 an hour ($59,740 a year). About 790 people work in this job there.
That is 22% higher than the U.S. median ($49,000). Colorado ranks 14th of 44 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pipelayers in Colorado
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.56 | $46,930 |
| 25% of workers | $24.38 | $50,710 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.72 | $59,740 |
| 75% of workers | $33.52 | $69,720 |
| 90% of workers | $36.99 | $76,940 |
Pipelayers pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial | $63,410 | 500 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $59,810 | 50 |
| Greeley | $56,570 | 70 |
| Colorado Springs | $48,910 | 100 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for pipelayers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -3.1% over ten years, declining · about 2,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Colorado
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $47,900 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $63,240 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $57,880 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $50,800 |
| Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators | $58,810 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $58,830 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $49,050 |
| Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners | $51,700 |
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