SOC 15-1221 · Colorado · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Computer and Information Research Scientists in Colorado is $152,171 per year ($73.16/hr). This is 8% higher than the national median of $140,899. The middle 50% earn between $110,927 and $195,706 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $250,698.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $41.88 | $87,115 | +8.0% |
| P25 | $53.33 | $110,927 | +8.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $73.16 | $152,171 | +8.0% |
| P75 | $94.09 | $195,706 | +8.0% |
| P90 | $120.53 | $250,698 | +8.0% |
Information sector openings declined modestly (-9K) in February. Quit rates dropped to 1.3%, the lowest in a decade. The "Great Stay" is strongest in tech: employees are staying put, giving employers maximum leverage on new offers.
The median (P50) annual salary for Computer and Information Research Scientists in Colorado is approximately $152,171, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 8% higher than the national median of $140,899.
Entry-level Computer and Information Research Scientists (10th percentile) in Colorado earn approximately $87,115 per year. The 25th percentile is $110,927. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $250,698.
Colorado pays 8% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $140,899 vs $152,171 in Colorado. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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