Accountant Salary in Colorado
A accountant in Colorado earns an estimated $86,300 a year ($41.49 an hour). Most workers fall from $58,700 to $125,100, depending on experience and employer.
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Accountant pay in Colorado
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $58,700 | $28.22 |
| Median (estimate) | $86,300 | $41.49 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $125,100 | $60.14 |
| US national median | $81,700 | $39.28 |
The Colorado estimate is 6% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Colorado keeps about $65,745 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $2,528.65 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Colorado paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a accountant make in Colorado?
About $86,300 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.