Accountant salary in Denver, CO
Median pay, Denver metro
$100,020/year
about $48.09 an hour full-time
Middle half earns $78,130 – $130,870
Half of accountants in the Denver metro area earn more than $100,020 a year and half earn less. That's 20% higher than the national median of $83,680, and ranks #6 of the 30 big metro areas we track for this job.
Pay range
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly* |
|---|---|---|
| 10th (entry level) | $63,550 | $30.55 |
| 25th | $78,130 | $37.56 |
| Median (50th) | $100,020 | $48.09 |
| 75th | $130,870 | $62.92 |
| 90th (top earners) | $165,010 | $79.33 |
*Yearly pay divided by 2,080 hours (40 hours × 52 weeks), the full-time basis BLS uses.
Is your offer fair?
For a accountant job in the Denver metro area, here's how an offer compares:
- Below market under $78,130 ($37.56/hr). Fine for a first job in the field, otherwise worth negotiating.
- Typical $78,130 to $130,870 ($37.56 to $62.92/hr). The middle half of what people in this job earn.
- Strong offer over $130,870 ($62.92/hr). Higher than three quarters of workers here.
Before you accept
- A CPA license usually raises pay noticeably, and some employers support the exam with time off or fees.
- Busy season can mean long hours from January to April. Ask how overtime is handled for salaried roles.
- Public accounting and corporate (industry) roles often pay differently for similar titles.
Also watch for the common warning signs in the posting itself: 15 job posting red flags.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, 2025, Denver metro. Occupation: Accountants and Auditors (SOC 13-2011). Figures cover wage and salary workers and don't include bonuses, benefits or overtime.