SOC 15-1252 · Colorado · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Software Developers in Colorado is $151,407 per year ($72.79/hr). This is 8% higher than the national median of $140,192. The middle 50% earn between $113,713 and $195,684 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $244,566.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $37.72 | $78,467 | +8.0% |
| P25 | $54.67 | $113,713 | +8.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $72.79 | $151,407 | +8.0% |
| P75 | $94.08 | $195,684 | +8.0% |
| P90 | $117.58 | $244,566 | +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 Software Developers in Colorado is approximately $151,407, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 8% higher than the national median of $140,192.
Entry-level Software Developers (10th percentile) in Colorado earn approximately $78,467 per year. The 25th percentile is $113,713. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $244,566.
Colorado pays 8% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $140,192 vs $151,407 in Colorado. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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