Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Salary in Colorado (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons in Colorado, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Colorado Median
$360,820
per year
Hourly Rate
$173.47
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+2% vs US median
US median $352,220
State Rank
#5 of 12
state estimate

How much do Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons make in Colorado?

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons working in Colorado earn a median salary of $360,820 per year, or about $173.47 per hour. That is 2% above the national median of $352,220 for this occupation.

Within Colorado, entry-level pay starts around $67,000 while the top 10% make $435,590 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $161,720 and $360,820 a year.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons salary range in Colorado

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$67,000$32.21
25th percentile (early career)$161,720$77.75
50th percentile (median)$360,820$173.47
75th percentile (experienced)$360,820$173.47
90th percentile (top earners)$435,590$209.42

How Colorado compares

Colorado ranks 5th out of 12 states and territories for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Pennsylvania$553,740
2Minnesota$475,250
3Rhode Island$414,060
4Virginia$403,430
5Colorado$360,820

Working as Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons in Colorado

Nationally, about 5,000 people work as Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Colorado pay ($360,820) 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 Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons make in Colorado?
The median Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons salary in Colorado is $360,820 per year, or about $173.47 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $67,000 at the entry level to $435,590 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Colorado pay compare to the national average?
Colorado pays Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons about 2% more than the national median of $352,220. Colorado ranks 5th out of 12 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Colorado a good state for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons?
Yes on pay — Colorado pays above the national median for this occupation, at $360,820 a year. 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.