Neurologists Salary
In Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO, neurologists earn $356,250 at the median, or about $171.27 an hour. The range runs from $158K at the entry level to $461K for experienced workers.
So what does $356K get you in Denver-Aurora-Centennial?
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Compared to nearby metros
Median pay for neurologists in metros near Denver-Aurora-Centennial, adjusted for local cost of living.
| Metro | Median pay | COL-adjusted |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $317K | $345K |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler | $410K | $396K |
| Salt Lake City-Murray | $376K | $373K |
COL-adjusted = median salary ÷ (BEA Regional Price Parity ÷ 100). Expresses purchasing power in national-average dollars.
Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO
Entry-level neurologists (10th percentile) start around $158K. Mid-career wages sit at $356K. Top earners bring in $461K or more, a $303K spread from bottom to top.
Neurologists pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
View Neurologists salary in all states
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vermont | $435K | +75% | 40 |
| Arizona | $410K | +65% | 80 |
| Minnesota | $382K | +54% | 310 |
| Texas | $361K | +45% | 660 |
| California | $357K | +44% | 1,090 |
| Colorado | $356K | +43% | 120 |
| Alaska | $355K | +43% | 100 |
| South Carolina | $353K | +42% | 40 |
| Wisconsin | $343K | +38% | 130 |
| Kentucky | $339K | +36% | 230 |
| District of Columbia | $332K | +34% | 50 |
| Washington | $327K | +32% | 180 |
| North Carolina | $326K | +31% | 180 |
| Florida | $323K | +30% | 520 |
| Connecticut | $321K | +29% | 120 |
| Arkansas | $318K | +28% | 70 |
| Maryland | $303K | +22% | N/A |
| Nebraska | $269K | +8% | 80 |
| Illinois | $237K | -5% | 240 |
| Tennessee | $230K | -8% | 220 |
| New Jersey | $222K | -11% | 140 |
| Indiana | $220K | -11% | 360 |
| New York | $156K | -37% | 2,810 |
| West Virginia | $64K | -74% | 60 |
Showing 1–10 of 24 states
BLS does not publish data for every state when sample sizes are too small
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Frequently asked questions
Can a neurologist afford a 2BR apartment alone in Denver-Aurora-Centennial?
Yes — at the median salary of $356K, rent takes 6.1% of take-home pay. A 2-bedroom at the HUD Fair Market Rent runs $1,187/month. That stays under the 30% guideline most financial planners use.
What’s the entry-level salary for neurologists in Denver-Aurora-Centennial?
The 10th-percentile wage — what new neurologists typically earn — is $158K/year. Take-home on that works out to about $9,475/month.
Is neurologist a high-paying job in Denver-Aurora-Centennial?
Local pay is 43% above the national median — $356K here vs. $249K nationally.
How does Denver-Aurora-Centennial compare to the national average for neurologists?
Denver-Aurora-Centennial pays $356K median vs. the U.S. average of $249K — that’s +43%.
How much do neurologists make in Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO?
The median is $356,250 a year, that works out to about $171 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $157,910, and experienced neurologists can clear $461,300. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $356K enough to live in Denver-Aurora-Centennial?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $19,508/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,187/month, which eats 6.1% of your paycheck. That's under the 30% guideline most financial planners use, so the numbers work.
How far does a neurologists salary go in Denver-Aurora-Centennial?
Denver-Aurora-Centennial has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median neurologists salary is worth about $356,250 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do neurologists get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.