Environmental Science and Protection Technicians Salary in Colorado
Also called: Environmental Science Technicians
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians in Colorado earn a median of $60,930 a year, +11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $60,930
- vs. U.S. median
- +11% ($55,090)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 740
Pay range in Colorado
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,650; the top 10% earn over $86,480. Nationally the range is $38,170 to $94,160.
States ranked near Colorado
Similar jobs in Colorado
- Environmental Compliance Inspectors$82,450 median in Colorado (broader BLS group)
- Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians$60,740 median in Colorado
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$85,990 median in Colorado
- Forensic Science Technicians$84,010 median in Colorado
- Conservation Scientists$84,820 median in Colorado
- Soil and Plant Scientists$75,430 median in Colorado
Environmental Science and Protection Technicians pay in Colorado
How much do environmental science and protection technicians make in Colorado?
The median is $60,930 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,650 and the top 10% earn over $86,480. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Colorado a good state for environmental science and protection technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 49 (+11% vs. the national median of $55,090). Living costs are not included.