How much does an Aquarist make in Fort Collins, CO?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Aquarist in Fort Collins, CO is $43,796. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $39,866 to $47,892, with most professionals earning between $36,288 and $51,622.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Aquarist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Aquarist Salary $36,288 Fort Collins,CO April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Aquarist Salary $39,866 Fort Collins,CO April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Aquarist Salary $43,796 Fort Collins,CO April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Aquarist Salary $47,892 Fort Collins,CO April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Aquarist Salary $51,622 Fort Collins,CO April 01, 2025
25% $39,866 10% $36,288 90% $51,622 75% $47,892 $43,796 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Aquarist

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Animal Technician, Sr.

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Fort Collins, Colorado    Fort Collins is the Home Rule Municipality that is the county seat and the most populous municipality of Larimer County, Colorado, United States. Situ....More

Fort Collins, Colorado  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago

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