Riggers Salary in Colorado
Riggers in Colorado earn a median of $73,720 a year, +18% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $73,720
- vs. U.S. median
- +18% ($62,640)
- Rank among states
- 13 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 310
Pay range in Colorado
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $53,290; the top 10% earn over $98,510. Nationally the range is $40,680 to $97,850.
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Riggers pay in Colorado
How much do riggers make in Colorado?
The median is $73,720 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $53,290 and the top 10% earn over $98,510. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Colorado a good state for riggers?
On pay alone it ranks 13 of 43 (+18% vs. the national median of $62,640). Living costs are not included.