Natural Sciences Managers Salary in Southwest Colorado

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

Median annual salary $106,850 -33.7% vs national
Median hourly $51.37
10th percentile $86,940
90th percentile $142,560
Employed locally 30
National median $161,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $86,940
    25th
    $98,550
    50th (median)
    $106,850
    75th
    $124,090
    90th
    $142,560

    Top-paying metros for Natural Sciences Managers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $222,840
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $221,480
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $219,380
    Massachusetts $218,800
    Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR $211,880
    Worcester, MA $211,400

    Related occupations in Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $103,720
    Construction Managers $101,580
    Managers, All Other $124,550
    Medical and Health Services Managers $119,100
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $86,380
    Financial Managers $133,980

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Natural Sciences Managers make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Natural Sciences Managers in Southwest Colorado is $51.37, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $98.37 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Natural Sciences Managers salaries?

    The median Natural Sciences Managers salary in Southwest Colorado is 33.7% below the national median of $161,180. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Natural Sciences Managers in Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Natural Sciences Managers (10th percentile) earn around $86,940 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $98,550.