SOC 15-1251 · Colorado · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Computer Programmers in Colorado is $106,569 per year ($51.24/hr). This is 8% higher than the national median of $98,675. The middle 50% earn between $77,613 and $139,277 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $175,062.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $27.10 | $56,362 | +8.0% |
| P25 | $37.31 | $77,613 | +8.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $51.24 | $106,569 | +8.0% |
| P75 | $66.96 | $139,277 | +8.0% |
| P90 | $84.16 | $175,062 | +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 Programmers in Colorado is approximately $106,569, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 8% higher than the national median of $98,675.
Entry-level Computer Programmers (10th percentile) in Colorado earn approximately $56,362 per year. The 25th percentile is $77,613. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $175,062.
Colorado pays 8% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $98,675 vs $106,569 in Colorado. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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