Technology Colorado (CO) Rank #11 of 50

Network Engineer Salary in Colorado

The median network engineer salary in Colorado is $103,960 per year, which is 13.0% above the national median of $92,000.

Median Salary
$103,960
vs National
+$11,960
State Rank
#11 of 50
Cost of Living
105%

Network Engineer Salary in Colorado by Experience

In Colorado, an entry-level network engineer earns around $67,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $155,940 per year. The cost of living index in Colorado is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$67,800
+$7,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$106,220
+$12,220 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$155,940
+$17,940 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Colorado

Percentile CO Salary
10th Percentile $63,280
25th Percentile $83,620
Median (50th) $103,960
75th Percentile $133,340
90th Percentile $163,850

Network Engineer Salary by City in Colorado

The largest employment areas for network 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 Network Engineer in Colorado

Education

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

Key Skills

CiscoTCP/IPFirewallsVPNNetwork MonitoringCCNA/CCNP

Job Outlook in Colorado

Nationally, network engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Colorado's demand may vary based on local industry trends.