DOL Median (Boulder, CO)
$92,678
vs National
-6.5%
National: $99,100BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$87,847
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$92,678
-6.5% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$99,100
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Economists in Boulder, CO earns $92,678 in nominal terms, which is 6.5% below the national average of $99,100. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 105.5 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $87,847 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Boulder, CO
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| POWER AUCTIONS LLC | $104,000 | 2 |
| DHF Team LLC | $100,000 | 4 |
| University Corporation for Atmospheric Research | $83,498 | 2 |
| University of Colorado | $60,000 | 4 |
| Rocky Mountain Institute | N/A | 2 |
| LAW OFFICES OF VICTOR L. ABBO | N/A | 1 |
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How much does a Economists make in Boulder, CO?
The median Economists salary in Boulder, CO is $92,678 based on 6 DOL filings.
Is Boulder, CO a good place to work as a Economists?
A Economists in Boulder, CO earns 6.5% less than the national median of $99,100, or $87,847 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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