How much does a transportation make in Denver?
$135,200a year
Median yearly pay for transportations in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area. That is $65.01 an hour or $11,270 a month.
- Hourly
- $65.01
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among cities
- 8 of 348
- Jobs in the area
- 1,340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $87,660Median: $135,200Highest 10%: $224,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $87,660 | $42.14 | |
| 25th | $106,700 | $51.28 | |
| Median | $135,200 | $65.01 | |
| 75th | $172,000 | $82.67 | |
| 90th | $224,400 | $107.88 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for transportations.
| Fort Collins, CO | $144,900 |
| Boulder, CO | $142,300 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $129,700 |
| Greeley, CO | $129,100 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $117,100 |
| Pueblo, CO | $97,130 |
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 |
| 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 a transportation make an hour in Denver?
The median hourly pay in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area is $65.01 ($135,200 a year).
Do transportations make more in Denver than the national average?
Yes: $135,200 against $107,200 nationally, 26% more.
How does Denver compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $132,600, so Denver pays 2% more.
Where does Denver rank for transportation pay?
8 of 348 metro areas with data.
How much does a transportation make starting out in Denver?
The lowest-paid 10% make $87,660 or less a year; the top 10% make $224,400 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.