Orderlies Salary in Boulder, CO

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Boulder, CO

Median annual salary $44,660 +18.5% vs national
Median hourly $21.47
10th percentile $41,220
90th percentile $46,950
Employed locally 40
National median $37,700

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,220
    25th
    $44,660
    50th (median)
    $44,660
    75th
    $44,880
    90th
    $46,950

    Boulder economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $102,772 2023 • Census ACS
    Orderlies salary vs area income 43% Median Orderlies salary is 57% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Orderlies

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $68,360
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $63,900
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $60,090
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $54,020
    Washington $51,870
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $51,870

    Nearby metros — Orderlies salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $68,360
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $51,870
    North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area $50,650
    Chico, CA $49,810
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $43,810
    Colorado Springs, CO $42,920

    Related occupations in Boulder, CO

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$42,360
    Nursing Assistants$49,390
    Medical Assistants$48,740
    Dental Assistants$48,400
    Massage Therapists$75,570
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$43,470

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Orderlies make per hour in Boulder?

    The median hourly wage for Orderlies in Boulder, CO is $21.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.57 or more per hour.

    Is Boulder above or below average for Orderlies salaries?

    The median Orderlies salary in Boulder, CO is 18.5% above the national median of $37,700. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Orderlies in Boulder?

    Entry-level Orderlies (10th percentile) earn around $41,220 per year in Boulder, CO. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,660.