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Data Engineer Salary in Colorado

The median data engineer salary in Colorado is $141,250 per year, which is 13.0% above the national median of $125,000.

Median Salary
$141,250
vs National
+$16,250
State Rank
#11 of 50
Cost of Living
105%

Data Engineer Salary in Colorado by Experience

In Colorado, an entry-level data engineer earns around $90,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $203,400 per year. The cost of living index in Colorado is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$90,400
+$10,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$143,510
+$16,510 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$203,400
+$23,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Colorado

Percentile CO Salary
10th Percentile $88,140
25th Percentile $113,000
Median (50th) $141,250
75th Percentile $178,540
90th Percentile $214,700

Data Engineer Salary by City in Colorado

The largest employment areas for data engineers in Colorado include Denver, Colorado Springs, Aurora, and Fort Collins. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

How to Become a Data Engineer in Colorado

Education

Most data engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Colorado has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

PythonSQLSparkAirflowAWS/GCPData Modeling

Job Outlook in Colorado

Nationally, data engineer employment is projected to grow 28% over the next decade (much faster than average). Colorado's demand may vary based on local industry trends.