Colorado’s life sciences ecosystem contributes to Colorado’s vibrant economy and is one of Colorado’s seven designated advanced industries.
Ecosystem Snapshot
720
Life Sciences Companies and Organizations Ag bio | biotechnology | diagnostic | digital health | medical device
pharmaceutical companies | academic | research institutions
Job Creation
38,102
HIGHLY SKILLED PEOPLE
(DIRECT EMPLOYMENT)
11%
DIRECT EMPLOYMENT INCREASE
SINCE 2018
Economic Impact
$120,000
average annual salary
$4.4 Billion
in annual payroll
Fundraising
$1.6 Billion
2022
Federal Grants
$556 Million
2022
Lab Space
3.5 Million
SQUARE FEET OF LAB SPACE PLANNED OR UNDER CONSTRUCTION