Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,510 +19.5% vs national
Median hourly $21.88
10th percentile $30,720
90th percentile $56,880
Employed locally 970
National median $38,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,720
    25th
    $37,560
    50th (median)
    $45,510
    75th
    $48,670
    90th
    $56,880

    Top-paying metros for Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area $48,640
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $48,210
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $48,080
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $48,010
    Carson City, NV $47,900
    Portland-South Portland, ME $47,800

    Related occupations in Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners $37,100
    Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners $34,930
    First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers $66,910
    First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers $50,910
    Tree Trimmers and Pruners $50,760
    Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation $45,070

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers in Southwest Colorado is $21.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.92 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers salaries?

    The median Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers salary in Southwest Colorado is 19.5% above the national median of $38,090. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers in Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers (10th percentile) earn around $30,720 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,560.