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Game Developer Salary in Aurora, Colorado

The median game developer salary in Aurora, CO is $96,050 per year, which is 13.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Colorado state average.

City Median
$96,050
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$11,050
Cost of Living
105%

Game Developer Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level game developer earns around $56,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $167,240 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$56,500
+$6,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$98,310
+$11,310 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$167,240
+$19,240 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, CO

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $54,240
25th Percentile $73,450
Median (50th) $96,050
75th Percentile $135,600
90th Percentile $175,150

Game Developer Salary in Other Colorado Cities

Boulder, CO
$115,600
Pop. 105,673
Denver, CO
$102,000
Pop. 715,522
Fort Collins, CO
$96,900
Pop. 169,810
Colorado Springs, CO
$91,800
Pop. 478,961

How to Become a Game Developer in Aurora

Education

Most game developer positions require a bachelor's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Colorado area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

C++Unity/Unreal3D MathGame PhysicsGPU ProgrammingVersion Control

Job Outlook

Nationally, game developer employment is projected to grow 10% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.