SOC 53-7072 · Colorado · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers in Colorado is $64,831 per year ($31.17/hr). This is 8% higher than the national median of $60,029. The middle 50% earn between $51,061 and $81,162 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $96,842.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $19.66 | $40,884 | +8.0% |
| P25 | $24.55 | $51,061 | +8.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $31.17 | $64,831 | +8.0% |
| P75 | $39.02 | $81,162 | +8.0% |
| P90 | $46.56 | $96,842 | +8.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers in Colorado is approximately $64,831, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 8% higher than the national median of $60,029.
Entry-level Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers (10th percentile) in Colorado earn approximately $40,884 per year. The 25th percentile is $51,061. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $96,842.
Colorado pays 8% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $60,029 vs $64,831 in Colorado. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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