Transportation & Logistics Colorado (CO) Rank #11 of 50

Operations Manager Salary in Colorado

The median operations manager salary in Colorado is $108,833 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median of $103,650.

Median Salary
$108,833
vs National
+$5,183
State Rank
#11 of 50
Cost of Living
105%

Operations Manager Salary in Colorado by Experience

In Colorado, an entry-level operations manager earns around $65,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $183,750 per year. The cost of living index in Colorado is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$65,100
+$3,100 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$111,300
+$5,300 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$183,750
+$8,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Colorado

Percentile CO Salary
10th Percentile $60,900
25th Percentile $79,800
Median (50th) $108,833
75th Percentile $147,000
90th Percentile $194,250

Operations Manager Salary by City in Colorado

The largest employment areas for operations managers 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 Operations Manager in Colorado

Education

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

Key Skills

Operations ManagementProcess ImprovementBudgetingLeadershipSix SigmaData Analysis

Job Outlook in Colorado

Nationally, operations manager employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Colorado's demand may vary based on local industry trends.