Power Plant Operators Salary in Colorado
Ranked #12 of 49 · CO
9.1% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $108,860 ≈ $52/hr
Median annual salary $102,780
Employment 250
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $76,900P25 $90,210 Median $102,780P75 $133,020P90 $137,720
About 80% of power plant operatorss in Colorado earn between $76,900 and $137,720. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean power plant operators salary in Colorado is $108,860, about 9.1% above the U.S. average ($99,790). That works out to roughly $52/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Colorado
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $125,710 | $109,880 | 50 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $102,780 | $110,240 | 90 |