Colorado Median
$36,750
per year
Hourly Rate
$17.67
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+5% vs US median
US median $35,070
State Rank
#16 of 51
5,520 employed here
How much do Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks make in Colorado?
Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks in Colorado take home a median of $36,750 annually — roughly $17.67 an hour — which runs 5% above the national median of $35,070.
Within Colorado, entry-level pay starts around $31,720 while the top 10% make $47,120 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $34,220 and $43,830 a year.
Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks salary range in Colorado
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $31,720 | $15.25 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $34,220 | $16.45 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $36,750 | $17.67 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $43,830 | $21.07 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $47,120 | $22.65 |
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How Colorado compares
Colorado ranks 16th out of 51 states and territories for Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks salary in other states
Hawaii $59,110District of Columbia $47,060Vermont $44,940Washington $40,460Massachusetts $39,400California $39,360Nevada $38,900New York $38,590New Jersey $38,110Rhode Island $37,840Alaska $37,500Maine $37,380New Hampshire $37,300Oregon $37,020Connecticut $37,000Minnesota $36,320Utah $36,250Arizona $35,880Maryland $35,860Delaware $35,730Illinois $35,410Wisconsin $35,360Montana $35,330Wyoming $35,050Florida $35,030Missouri $34,560North Dakota $34,530Idaho $33,870Michigan $33,870Indiana $33,280Virginia $33,270Nebraska $31,490Pennsylvania $31,330Ohio $30,630Iowa $30,590South Dakota $30,550Tennessee $30,160South Carolina $30,020Kentucky $29,970North Carolina $29,900Kansas $29,750Texas $29,630New Mexico $29,300Georgia $29,130Arkansas $28,300Alabama $28,050Oklahoma $27,630Louisiana $27,420Mississippi $27,300West Virginia $26,830
Working as Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks in Colorado
Nationally, about 261,000 people work as Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Colorado pay ($36,750) 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 do Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks make in Colorado?
The median Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks salary in Colorado is $36,750 per year, or about $17.67 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $31,720 at the entry level to $47,120 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Colorado pay compare to the national average?
Colorado pays Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks about 5% more than the national median of $35,070. Colorado ranks 16th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Colorado a good state for Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks?
Yes on pay — Colorado pays above the national median for this occupation, at $36,750 a year. About 5,520 Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks 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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