May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in Boulder
Boulder, CO
414 occupations
Across 414 occupations with published wages in Boulder, surgeons, all other record the highest median at $465,940 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in Boulder
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Surgeons, All Other | $465,940 | 50 | |
| 2 | Physicians, All Other | $453,460 | 110 | |
| 3 | Family Medicine Physicians | $297,070 | 230 | |
| 4 | Cardiologists | $239,200 | 30 | |
| 5 | Radiologists | $239,200 | — | |
| 6 | Chief Executives | $216,400 | 110 | |
| 7 | Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric | $211,600 | 130 | |
| 8 | Natural Sciences Managers | $210,340 | 310 | |
| 9 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $206,260 | 1,220 | |
| 10 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $203,420 | 680 | |
| 11 | Sales Managers | $200,970 | 740 | |
| 12 | Marketing Managers | $199,570 | 630 | |
| 13 | Financial Managers | $192,970 | 700 | |
| 14 | Dentists, General | $180,440 | 140 | |
| 15 | Managers, All Other | $179,090 | 1,020 | |
| 16 | Training and Development Managers | $172,640 | 40 | |
| 17 | Computer and Information Research Scientists | $169,400 | 90 | |
| 18 | Human Resources Managers | $169,000 | 260 | |
| 19 | Aerospace Engineers | $167,160 | 800 | |
| 20 | Commercial Pilots | $165,780 | 40 | |
| 21 | Software Developers | $164,560 | 7,130 | |
| 22 | Pharmacists | $164,240 | 250 | |
| 23 | Industrial Production Managers | $162,040 | 230 | |
| 24 | Computer Hardware Engineers | $161,720 | 650 | |
| 25 | Purchasing Managers | $160,290 | 90 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Software Developers | 7,130 | $164,560 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 4,880 | $36,190 |
| Retail Salespersons | 4,880 | $38,700 |
| Business Operations Specialists, All Other | 3,610 | $94,040 |
| Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel | 3,230 | $99,990 |
| Registered Nurses | 3,140 | $103,290 |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | 3,130 | $97,600 |
| Cashiers | 3,100 | $38,520 |
| Project Management Specialists | 2,920 | $122,040 |
| General and Operations Managers | 2,750 | $152,100 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary | $30,800 | 1,340 |
| Grounds Maintenance Workers, All Other | $31,490 | 190 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $35,500 | 540 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $36,190 | 4,880 |
| Cooks, Fast Food | $36,250 | 580 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $37,140 | 730 |
| Physical Therapist Aides | $37,440 | 40 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $37,460 | 700 |
| Animal Caretakers | $37,720 | 490 |
| Dishwashers | $37,750 | 540 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.