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Atmospheric and Space Scientists average salary by city in Colorado
- Boulder$123,680
- Colorado Springs$113,080
- Fort Collins$112,630
- Denver$96,750
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder | $123,680 | $121,870 | $86,500 | $91,068 | 105 |
| Colorado Springs | $113,080 | $106,020 | $79,440 | $84,115 | 101 |
| Fort Collins | $112,630 | $110,960 | $87,850 | $83,818 | 101 |
| Denver | $96,750 | $85,440 | $85,440 | $73,345 | 106 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Colorado's FAMLI premium and the flat monthly occupational privilege taxes of Denver, Aurora and a few other cities are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 19-2021.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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