Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Colorado | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $95,880 | $109,436 | -12% |
| Median hourly wage | $46.10 | $52.61 | -12% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $92,997.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | $107,800 | $82,500 | $154,000 | 115 |
| Colorado Springs | $98,000 | $75,000 | $140,000 | 105 |
The median annual salary for a UX Designer in Colorado is $95,880, or about $46.10 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for UX Designers is $109,436. Colorado is -12% below the national median.
Entry-level ux designers in Colorado typically earn from $82,500 depending on the city and employer.
With 3,250 ux designer jobs on record and a median salary of $95,880, Colorado offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.