Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Colorado | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $110,050 | $104,968 | +5% |
| Median hourly wage | $52.91 | $50.47 | +5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $106,741.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | $105,600 | $71,500 | $159,500 | 115 |
| Colorado Springs | $96,000 | $65,000 | $145,000 | 105 |
The median annual salary for a Project Manager in Colorado is $110,050, or about $52.91 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Project Managers is $104,968. Colorado is +5% above the national median.
Entry-level project managers in Colorado typically earn from $71,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 32,390 project manager jobs on record and a median salary of $110,050, Colorado offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.