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Biological Scientists, All Other average salary by city in Colorado
- Denver$104,600
- Boulder$97,580
- Fort Collins$96,980
- Colorado Springs$96,930
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | $104,600 | $102,090 | $81,060 | $78,522 | 106 |
| Boulder | $97,580 | $98,800 | $84,960 | $73,892 | 105 |
| Fort Collins | $96,980 | $98,800 | $76,940 | $73,497 | 101 |
| Colorado Springs | $96,930 | $97,140 | $78,420 | $73,464 | 101 |
*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 19-1029.
- 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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