How much does a manager make in Denver?
$176,000a year
Median yearly pay for managers in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area. That is $84.61 an hour or $14,670 a month.
- Hourly
- $84.61
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among cities
- 6 of 381
- Jobs in the area
- 9,250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $115,600Median: $176,000Highest 10%: $286,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $115,600 | $55.58 | |
| 25th | $144,200 | $69.32 | |
| Median | $176,000 | $84.61 | |
| 75th | $216,200 | $103.96 | |
| 90th | $286,000 | $137.52 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for managers.
| Boulder, CO | $179,100 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $166,600 |
| Greeley, CO | $159,900 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $149,100 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $143,600 |
| Pueblo, CO | $140,000 |
Related jobs in Denver
Same field, median yearly pay.
| 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 |
| Public Relations Manager | $174,300 |
| Human Resources Manager | $170,900 |
| Compensation and Benefits Manager | $168,900 |
| Advertising and Promotions Manager | $165,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a manager make an hour in Denver?
The median hourly pay in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area is $84.61 ($176,000 a year).
Do managers make more in Denver than the national average?
Yes: $176,000 against $141,900 nationally, 24% more.
How does Denver compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $171,100, so Denver pays 3% more.
Where does Denver rank for manager pay?
6 of 381 metro areas with data.
How much does a manager make starting out in Denver?
The lowest-paid 10% make $115,600 or less a year; the top 10% make $286,000 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.