Software Developer Salary in Denver, CO
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$138,339
Hourly Rate
$66.51
/hour
Jobs in Area
2,001
employed
Software Developer Salary Range in Denver, CO
Annual Salary Range
$91k
10th percentile
$114k
25th
$168k
75th
$208k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $91,351 | $43.92 |
| 25th Percentile | $114,377 | $54.99 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $138,339 | $66.51 |
| 75th Percentile | $168,249 | $80.89 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $207,565 | $99.79 |
| Average (Mean) | $148,890 | $71.58 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Software Developer salary in Denver, CO is $138,339 per year or $66.51 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Denver, CO Compares
vs National Average
$127,260
vs Colorado Average
$121,431
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$116,840
Cost of living in Denver, CO is 18.4% above the national average.
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