How much does a desktop publisher make in Colorado?
$77,750a year
Median yearly pay for desktop publishers in Colorado. That is $37.38 an hour or $6,479 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.38
- Vs. national median
- +41%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 27
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,990Median: $77,750Highest 10%: $114,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,990 | $19.23 | |
| 25th | $42,420 | $20.39 | |
| Median | $77,750 | $37.38 | |
| 75th | $108,000 | $51.91 | |
| 90th | $114,700 | $55.16 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Denver, CO | $77,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for desktop publishers.
| 1. Colorado | $77,750 |
| 2. California | $71,930 |
| 3. Maryland | $69,820 |
| 4. New Jersey | $63,020 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a desktop publisher make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $37.38 ($77,750 a year).
Do desktop publishers make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $77,750 against $55,290 nationally, 41% more.
Where does Colorado rank for desktop publisher pay?
Colorado ranks 1 of 27 states.
Which city in Colorado pays desktop publishers the most?
Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO, with a median of $77,740 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.