SOC 15-1253 · Colorado · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers in Colorado is $110,815 per year ($53.28/hr). This is 8% higher than the national median of $102,606. The middle 50% earn between $85,880 and $142,422 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $180,319.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $31.51 | $65,550 | +8.0% |
| P25 | $41.29 | $85,880 | +8.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $53.28 | $110,815 | +8.0% |
| P75 | $68.47 | $142,422 | +8.0% |
| P90 | $86.69 | $180,319 | +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 Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers in Colorado is approximately $110,815, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 8% higher than the national median of $102,606.
Entry-level Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers (10th percentile) in Colorado earn approximately $65,550 per year. The 25th percentile is $85,880. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $180,319.
Colorado pays 8% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $102,606 vs $110,815 in Colorado. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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