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Ironworker Salary in Aurora, Colorado

The median ironworker salary in Aurora, CO is $61,525 per year, which is 7.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Colorado state average.

City Median
$61,525
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$4,025
Cost of Living
105%

Ironworker Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level ironworker earns around $40,660, while experienced professionals earn up to $94,160 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$40,660
+$2,660 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$62,060
+$4,060 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$94,160
+$6,160 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, CO

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $38,520
25th Percentile $47,080
Median (50th) $61,525
75th Percentile $80,250
90th Percentile $98,440

Ironworker Salary in Other Colorado Cities

Boulder, CO
$74,750
Pop. 105,673
Denver, CO
$65,550
Pop. 715,522
Fort Collins, CO
$62,100
Pop. 169,810
Colorado Springs, CO
$58,650
Pop. 478,961

How to Become a Ironworker in Aurora

Education

Most ironworker positions require a high school diploma + apprenticeship. Aurora and the surrounding Colorado area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Structural SteelWeldingBlueprint ReadingRiggingSafety/Fall ProtectionPhysical Stamina

Job Outlook

Nationally, ironworker employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.