Colorado Median
$50,430
per year
Hourly Rate
$24.25
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+1% vs US median
US median $49,940
State Rank
#22 of 43
280 employed here
How much does an Agricultural Inspector make in Colorado?
Agricultural Inspectors in Colorado take home a median of $50,430 annually — roughly $24.25 an hour — which runs 1% above the national median of $49,940.
Within Colorado, entry-level pay starts around $45,250 while the top 10% make $73,340 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $48,780 and $57,550 a year.
Agricultural Inspector salary range in Colorado
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $45,250 | $21.75 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $48,780 | $23.45 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $50,430 | $24.25 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $57,550 | $27.67 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $73,340 | $35.26 |
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How Colorado compares
Colorado ranks 22nd out of 43 states and territories for Agricultural Inspector pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Agricultural Inspector salary in other states
Minnesota $77,150New York $73,920Ohio $69,280Michigan $65,730Vermont $63,630Louisiana $63,130Washington $62,880Illinois $62,000Hawaii $60,650Maryland $58,160North Dakota $57,590Pennsylvania $55,650Nebraska $55,090Utah $53,930Wisconsin $53,640California $53,620Oklahoma $53,060Oregon $53,060New Mexico $52,450Kansas $51,630Delaware $51,590South Carolina $49,940Texas $49,940Iowa $49,600Idaho $48,650Indiana $48,560Tennessee $47,840North Carolina $47,760Virginia $47,380Kentucky $46,640Massachusetts $46,510Missouri $46,220Arizona $45,700Florida $43,990Arkansas $42,060Maine $41,760New Jersey $41,520Georgia $41,460Mississippi $39,960Alabama $39,300Nevada $39,270Wyoming $36,670
Working as an Agricultural Inspector in Colorado
Nationally, about 14,000 people work as Agricultural Inspectors in the United States. No college degree is required — most training happens on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Colorado pay ($50,430) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an Agricultural Inspector make in Colorado?
The median Agricultural Inspector salary in Colorado is $50,430 per year, or about $24.25 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $45,250 at the entry level to $73,340 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Colorado pay compare to the national average?
Colorado pays Agricultural Inspectors about 1% more than the national median of $49,940. Colorado ranks 22nd out of 43 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Colorado a good state for Agricultural Inspectors?
Yes on pay — Colorado pays above the national median for this occupation, at $50,430 a year. About 280 Agricultural Inspectors are employed in Colorado. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Colorado?
The highest-paying occupations in Colorado include Orthodontist ($416,000), Dermatologist ($398,810), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($385,410), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.