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Physician Assistants Salary Guide for Colorado

physician assistants working in Colorado earn an average of $122,330.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
2,770
Annual Mean Salary
$122,330.00
Hourly Rate
$58.81
Estimated Monthly*
$9,409.60
*Based on 40-hour work week

Colorado vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares Colorado's physician assistants salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if Colorado offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

While Colorado shows an upward salary trend for physician assistants, it remains below the national average. However, the positive trajectory indicates potential for growth in the future.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for physician assistants can vary significantly within Colorado. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

Boulder

Annual Mean Salary
$132,190.00
Hourly Rate
$63.55
Employment
250 professionals
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Pueblo

Annual Mean Salary
$130,260.00
Hourly Rate
$62.62
Employment
50 professionals
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Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$123,230.00
Hourly Rate
$59.25
Employment
120 professionals
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Denver-Aurora-Lakewood

Annual Mean Salary
$122,790.00
Hourly Rate
$59.04
Employment
1,400 professionals
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Colorado Springs

Annual Mean Salary
$121,380.00
Hourly Rate
$58.36
Employment
280 professionals
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Grand Junction

Annual Mean Salary
$120,820.00
Hourly Rate
$58.09
Employment
120 professionals
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Fort Collins

Annual Mean Salary
$119,490.00
Hourly Rate
$57.45
Employment
260 professionals
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Eastern and Southern Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$115,910.00
Hourly Rate
$55.73
Employment
80 professionals
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Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$114,270.00
Hourly Rate
$54.94
Employment
140 professionals
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Greeley

Annual Mean Salary
$107,640.00
Hourly Rate
$51.75
Employment
60 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.