How much does an emergency management director make in Denver?
$136,900a year
Median yearly pay for emergency management directors in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area. That is $65.83 an hour or $11,410 a month.
- Hourly
- $65.83
- Vs. national median
- +47%
- Rank among cities
- 5 of 67
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $98,830Median: $136,900Highest 10%: $158,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $98,830 | $47.51 | |
| 25th | $113,500 | $54.54 | |
| Median | $136,900 | $65.83 | |
| 75th | $136,900 | $65.83 | |
| 90th | $158,500 | $76.22 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for emergency management directors.
| No other city in the state with data. |
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| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $203,300 |
| Financial Manager | $193,400 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $191,400 |
| Marketing Manager | $182,500 |
| Sales Manager | $181,600 |
| Purchasing Manager | $180,000 |
| Manager | $176,000 |
| Public Relations Manager | $174,300 |
| Human Resources Manager | $170,900 |
| Compensation and Benefits Manager | $168,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an emergency management director make an hour in Denver?
The median hourly pay in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area is $65.83 ($136,900 a year).
Do emergency management directors make more in Denver than the national average?
Yes: $136,900 against $93,330 nationally, 47% more.
How does Denver compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $129,700, so Denver pays 6% more.
Where does Denver rank for emergency management director pay?
5 of 67 metro areas with data.
How much does an emergency management director make starting out in Denver?
The lowest-paid 10% make $98,830 or less a year; the top 10% make $158,500 or more.
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.