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Geologist Salary in Aurora, Colorado

The median geologist salary in Aurora, CO is $87,864 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Colorado state average.

City Median
$87,864
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$4,184
Cost of Living
105%

Geologist Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level geologist earns around $56,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $147,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$56,700
+$2,700 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$89,250
+$4,250 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$147,000
+$7,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, CO

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $53,550
25th Percentile $66,150
Median (50th) $87,864
75th Percentile $117,600
90th Percentile $155,400

Geologist Salary in Other Colorado Cities

Boulder, CO
$107,110
Pop. 105,673
Denver, CO
$93,722
Pop. 715,522
Fort Collins, CO
$88,701
Pop. 169,810
Colorado Springs, CO
$83,680
Pop. 478,961

How to Become a Geologist in Aurora

Education

Most geologist positions require a bachelor's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Colorado area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Field GeologyGISRock AnalysisStratigraphyEnvironmental AssessmentTechnical Writing

Job Outlook

Nationally, geologist employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.