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Sommelier Salary in Aurora, Colorado

The median sommelier salary in Aurora, CO is $65,100 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Colorado state average.

City Median
$65,100
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$3,100
Cost of Living
105%

Sommelier Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level sommelier earns around $36,750, while experienced professionals earn up to $123,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,750
+$1,750 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$68,250
+$3,250 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$123,900
+$5,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, CO

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $33,600
25th Percentile $46,200
Median (50th) $65,100
75th Percentile $96,600
90th Percentile $131,250

Sommelier Salary in Other Colorado Cities

Boulder, CO
$79,360
Pop. 105,673
Denver, CO
$69,440
Pop. 715,522
Fort Collins, CO
$65,720
Pop. 169,810
Colorado Springs, CO
$62,000
Pop. 478,961

How to Become a Sommelier in Aurora

Education

Most sommelier positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Aurora and the surrounding Colorado area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Wine KnowledgeTastingFood PairingInventory ManagementCustomer ServiceSommelier Certification

Job Outlook

Nationally, sommelier employment is projected to grow 12% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.