Colorado Median
$102,270
per year
Hourly Rate
$49.17
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+7% vs US median
US median $95,780
State Rank
#15 of 49
430 employed here
How much does an Audiologist make in Colorado?
Audiologists in Colorado take home a median of $102,270 annually — roughly $49.17 an hour — which runs 7% above the national median of $95,780.
Within Colorado, entry-level pay starts around $65,660 while the top 10% make $136,660 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $75,920 and $123,050 a year.
Audiologist salary range in Colorado
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $65,660 | $31.57 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $75,920 | $36.50 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $102,270 | $49.17 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $123,050 | $59.16 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $136,660 | $65.70 |
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How Colorado compares
Colorado ranks 15th out of 49 states and territories for Audiologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Audiologist salary in other states
Nevada $133,110New Jersey $119,230North Dakota $118,750California $114,910Alaska $114,170Hawaii $113,850Connecticut $113,180Oregon $109,560Washington $108,580New Hampshire $105,590Utah $104,450Massachusetts $104,130Wisconsin $102,840District of Columbia $102,500Minnesota $102,130Maine $102,060Vermont $101,730New York $100,860Missouri $99,450Georgia $98,470Michigan $97,790Nebraska $97,460Kansas $97,250Iowa $97,180Arkansas $96,980Idaho $95,120Texas $93,570Illinois $93,510Florida $93,480Kentucky $92,520Maryland $91,260South Dakota $91,190Tennessee $90,540Indiana $90,280Pennsylvania $89,480North Carolina $88,920Montana $86,990Alabama $86,300Delaware $85,700Arizona $83,210New Mexico $83,050South Carolina $82,330Ohio $81,390Mississippi $80,740Virginia $80,010West Virginia $79,990Oklahoma $76,880Louisiana $75,200
Working as an Audiologist in Colorado
Nationally, about 14,000 people work as Audiologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Colorado pay ($102,270) 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 Audiologist make in Colorado?
The median Audiologist salary in Colorado is $102,270 per year, or about $49.17 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $65,660 at the entry level to $136,660 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Colorado pay compare to the national average?
Colorado pays Audiologists about 7% more than the national median of $95,780. Colorado ranks 15th out of 49 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Colorado a good state for Audiologists?
Yes on pay — Colorado pays above the national median for this occupation, at $102,270 a year. About 430 Audiologists 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.