Family Medicine Physician Salary in Colorado (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Family Medicine Physicians in Colorado, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Colorado Median
$265,560
per year
Hourly Rate
$127.67
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+9% vs US median
US median $244,180
State Rank
#19 of 51
2,700 employed here

How much does a Family Medicine Physician make in Colorado?

A Family Medicine Physician working in Colorado earns a median salary of $265,560 per year, or about $127.67 per hour. That is 9% above the national median of $244,180 for this occupation.

Within Colorado, entry-level pay starts around $75,120 while the top 10% make $365,820 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $177,800 and $318,840 a year.

Family Medicine Physician salary range in Colorado

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$75,120$36.12
25th percentile (early career)$177,800$85.48
50th percentile (median)$265,560$127.67
75th percentile (experienced)$318,840$153.29
90th percentile (top earners)$365,820$175.88

How Colorado compares

Colorado ranks 19th out of 51 states and territories for Family Medicine Physician pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Rhode Island$467,160
2Oklahoma$361,350
3Idaho$347,160
4Montana$330,760
5Alaska$323,490

Working as a Family Medicine Physician in Colorado

Nationally, about 108,000 people work as Family Medicine Physicians in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Colorado pay ($265,560) 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 a Family Medicine Physician make in Colorado?
The median Family Medicine Physician salary in Colorado is $265,560 per year, or about $127.67 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $75,120 at the entry level to $365,820 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Colorado pay compare to the national average?
Colorado pays Family Medicine Physicians about 9% more than the national median of $244,180. Colorado ranks 19th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Colorado a good state for Family Medicine Physicians?
Yes on pay — Colorado pays above the national median for this occupation, at $265,560 a year. About 2,700 Family Medicine Physicians 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.