Colorado Salary Data
Salary comparisons across 1 metropolitan area in Colorado. Prices in Colorado were 3.1% above the national level in 2024 (BEA regional price parity 103.1).
Metro Areas in Colorado
| Metro Area | Price Level (US = 100) | vs National Level |
|---|---|---|
| Denver, CO | 105.8 | +5.8% |
| Colorado (statewide) | 103.1 | +3.1% |
Top Paying Occupations in Colorado
| Occupation | CO Median | National Median | vs National | Metro Covered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $168,520 | $159,670 | +$8,850 | Denver, CO |
| Software Developer | $138,390 | $135,980 | +$2,410 | Denver, CO |
| Financial Analyst | $103,850 | $102,740 | +$1,110 | Denver, CO |
| Registered Nurse | $100,260 | $97,550 | +$2,710 | Denver, CO |
| Electrician | $62,230 | $63,190 | -$960 | Denver, CO |
Salary by City — Colorado
4Wages and Prices in Colorado
This dataset covers 1 metropolitan area in Colorado: Denver. BEA's regional price parity for it is 105.8 (United States = 100), and the statewide figure is 103.1.
Of the occupations featured here, Lawyer has the highest statewide median at $168,520; in Denver, CO, the one metro area covered here, its median is $177,380.
To compare a wage across areas, divide it by the area's regional price parity and multiply by 100. That restates it at national-average prices; it covers prices only, not taxes. For a specific role, browse all occupations and drill into each one to see side-by-side city differences within Colorado.
Statewide median salary by occupation in Colorado
State-level BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates (all metro and non-metro areas combined), highest median first. Each row links to the full state page for that occupation.
| Occupation | Median | 75th pct | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physician | $298,320 | $357,470 | 1,990 |
| Marketing Manager | $182,730 | $223,470 | 6,010 |
| Sales Manager | $180,850 | $237,710 | 8,780 |
| Lawyer | $168,520 | $233,910 | 16,720 |
| HR Manager | $166,400 | $208,030 | 3,620 |
| Pharmacist | $156,030 | $169,120 | 4,560 |
| Cloud Architect | $139,580 | $160,520 | 11,800 |
| Network Engineer | $139,230 | $168,880 | 16,380 |
| Software Developer | $138,390 | $173,000 | 43,320 |
| Cybersecurity Analyst | $135,220 | $169,310 | 5,700 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $132,930 | $150,990 | 4,270 |
| Supply Chain Manager | $132,610 | $167,200 | 2,310 |
| Operations Manager | $131,840 | $195,190 | 41,870 |
| Construction Manager | $124,830 | $153,420 | 12,550 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $124,430 | $149,790 | 7,190 |
| Actuary | $120,440 | $163,600 | 500 |
| Database Administrator | $118,340 | $145,600 | 1,220 |
| Data Scientist | $117,400 | $152,650 | 6,280 |
| Machine Learning Engineer | $117,400 | $152,650 | 6,280 |
| Project Manager | $110,050 | $136,990 | 32,390 |
| Dental Hygienist | $109,580 | $125,470 | 4,270 |
| Occupational Therapist | $106,720 | $128,250 | 3,390 |
| Business Analyst | $104,750 | $149,260 | 14,360 |
| Financial Analyst | $103,850 | $131,010 | 8,040 |
| DevOps Engineer | $103,370 | $130,230 | 8,360 |
| Physical Therapist | $102,030 | $118,980 | 5,630 |
| Civil Engineer | $101,420 | $132,200 | 13,290 |
| Technical Writer | $100,610 | $123,490 | 1,320 |
| Registered Nurse | $100,260 | $108,930 | 54,490 |
| Accountant | $97,030 | $127,270 | 35,410 |
| Tax Manager | $97,030 | $127,270 | 35,410 |
| UX Designer | $95,880 | $132,620 | 3,250 |
| Financial Advisor | $89,280 | $132,450 | 6,730 |
| Radiologic Technologist | $87,760 | $103,780 | 3,960 |
| College Professor | $83,210 | $150,340 | 480 |
| Paralegal | $78,190 | $95,070 | 5,620 |
| Investment Banker | $67,010 | $104,440 | 12,360 |
| HVAC Technician | $65,200 | $82,010 | 8,940 |
| School Counselor | $64,780 | $78,420 | 6,530 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,410 | $80,160 | 24,860 |
| Plumber | $63,240 | $78,740 | 10,080 |
| Electrician | $62,230 | $78,470 | 17,010 |
| Welder | $58,590 | $69,540 | 4,970 |
| Medical Assistant | $48,400 | $55,570 | 13,160 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest paying jobs in Colorado?
Among the occupations featured on this page, Lawyer has the highest statewide median in Colorado at $168,520 per year, followed by Software Developer at $138,390. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How do prices in Colorado compare with the rest of the country?
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis puts the regional price parity for Colorado at 103.1 for 2024, where the United States is 100. That is 3.1% above the national level. For the metro area covered here: Denver, CO 105.8.