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Instructional Designer Salary in Aurora, Colorado

The median instructional designer salary in Aurora, CO is $75,600 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Colorado state average.

City Median
$75,600
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$3,600
Cost of Living
105%

Instructional Designer Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level instructional designer earns around $48,300, while experienced professionals earn up to $117,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$48,300
+$2,300 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$77,700
+$3,700 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$117,600
+$5,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, CO

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $46,200
25th Percentile $58,800
Median (50th) $75,600
75th Percentile $99,750
90th Percentile $123,900

Instructional Designer Salary in Other Colorado Cities

How to Become a Instructional Designer in Aurora

Education

Most instructional designer positions require a master's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Colorado area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Instructional DesignArticulate/CaptivateLMSADDIE ModelE-LearningAssessment Design

Job Outlook

Nationally, instructional designer employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.