SOC 15-2051 · Colorado · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Data Scientists in Colorado is $121,598 per year ($58.46/hr). This is 8% higher than the national median of $112,590. The middle 50% earn between $89,249 and $168,278 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $209,971.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $33.05 | $68,740 | +8.0% |
| P25 | $42.91 | $89,249 | +8.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $58.46 | $121,598 | +8.0% |
| P75 | $80.90 | $168,278 | +8.0% |
| P90 | $100.95 | $209,971 | +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 Data Scientists in Colorado is approximately $121,598, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 8% higher than the national median of $112,590.
Entry-level Data Scientists (10th percentile) in Colorado earn approximately $68,740 per year. The 25th percentile is $89,249. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $209,971.
Colorado pays 8% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $112,590 vs $121,598 in Colorado. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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