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Social and Human Service Assistants Salary in Colorado
Ranked #12 of 51 · CO
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of social and human service assistantss in Colorado earn between $38,440 and $65,450. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean social and human service assistants salary in Colorado is $50,370, about 5.6% above the U.S. average ($47,690). That works out to roughly $24/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Colorado
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder, CO | $52,830 | $54,290 | 240 |
| Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $51,550 | $55,140 | 250 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $49,700 | $52,980 | 2,500 |
| Greeley, CO | $47,270 | $51,010 | 140 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland, CO | $46,870 | $49,410 | 200 |
| Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $45,670 | $47,440 | 170 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $45,580 | $46,250 | 160 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $44,560 | $46,650 | 1,300 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do social and human service assistants make in Colorado?
The median social and human service assistants salary in Colorado is $47,690 per year (mean $50,370), and about 80% earn between $38,440 and $65,450.
How much do social and human service assistants make per hour in Colorado?
Roughly $24 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $50,370 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Colorado a high-paying state for social and human service assistants?
Colorado ranks #12 of 51 states for social and human service assistants pay. Its mean salary of $50,370 is about 5.6% above the U.S. average of $47,690.
Which metro areas in Colorado pay social and human service assistants the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Colorado for social and human service assistants are Boulder, CO ($52,830), Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area ($51,550), Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO ($49,700), by median annual wage.