Chemists Salary in Colorado
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Colorado
Chemists in Colorado earn a median salary of $91,800 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, +9.1% vs the national median of $84,150. An estimated 1,690 chemists are employed across Colorado, with salaries ranging from $81,790 to $102,600 depending on location.
$91,800
Avg median salary in Colorado
$102,600
Highest paying metro
$81,790
Lowest paying metro
1,690
Employed in Colorado
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Chemists salaries by city in Colorado
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder, CO | $102,600 | $80,630 | $131,060 | 470 |
| Denver, CO | $93,500 | $74,570 | $127,230 | 910 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $93,490 | $61,660 | $104,770 | 180 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $87,620 | $66,750 | $117,700 | 60 |
| Greeley, CO | $81,790 | $62,370 | $123,210 | 70 |