Roof Bolters Salary in Colorado
Roof Bolters in Colorado earn a median of $81,270 a year, +3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $81,270
- vs. U.S. median
- +3% ($78,540)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 7
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range in Colorado
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $79,700; the top 10% earn over $86,380. Nationally the range is $63,750 to $92,830.
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Roof Bolters pay in Colorado
How much do roof bolters make in Colorado?
The median is $81,270 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $79,700 and the top 10% earn over $86,380. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Colorado a good state for roof bolters?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 7 (+3% vs. the national median of $78,540). Living costs are not included.