Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators Salary in Colorado

$22,959 $74,509
10th pct Median: $43,319 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$22,959
25th Percentile$31,190
50th (Median)$43,319
75th Percentile$59,780
90th (Top Earners)$74,509
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Colorado median salary of $43,319 for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators has the purchasing power of approximately $39,561 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Colorado's higher cost of living (COL index: 109.5) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators make in Colorado?
Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Colorado earn a median annual salary of $43,319 per year ($20.83/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $40,110.
Is Colorado a good state for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators?
Colorado pays above the national average for industrial truck and tractor operators, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Colorado is higher average (COL index: 109.5).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Colorado?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 109.5 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $43,319 salary in Colorado has the purchasing power of approximately $39,561 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Colorado reduce real purchasing power.
How does Colorado compare to neighboring states for Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Colorado

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $358,776
2 Radiologists $334,714
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $330,718
4 Neurologists $319,248
5 Surgeons, All Other $318,082
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $293,630
7 Psychiatrists $269,782
8 Physicians, Pathologists $263,434
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators in Colorado

Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the transportation sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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