Colorado Median
$77,750
per year
Hourly Rate
$37.38
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+41% vs US median
US median $55,290
State Rank
#1 of 27
state estimate
How much does a Desktop Publisher make in Colorado?
A Desktop Publisher working in Colorado earns a median salary of $77,750 per year, or about $37.38 per hour. That is 41% above the national median of $55,290 for this occupation.
Within Colorado, entry-level pay starts around $39,990 while the top 10% make $114,730 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $42,420 and $107,970 a year.
Desktop Publisher salary range in Colorado
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $39,990 | $19.23 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $42,420 | $20.39 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $77,750 | $37.38 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $107,970 | $51.91 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $114,730 | $55.16 |
|
How Colorado compares
Colorado ranks 1st out of 27 states and territories for Desktop Publisher pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Desktop Publisher salary in other states
California $71,930Maryland $69,820New Jersey $63,020South Carolina $62,320Illinois $61,350Massachusetts $61,170Texas $57,760New York $56,660Minnesota $54,930Vermont $53,550Ohio $53,380Florida $52,720Arizona $52,000Oregon $50,650Indiana $49,070New Hampshire $48,300Louisiana $47,130Maine $47,100Oklahoma $46,040Wisconsin $46,010Kentucky $45,760Michigan $45,300Tennessee $44,440North Carolina $43,700Georgia $39,460Nebraska $36,280
Working as a Desktop Publisher in Colorado
Nationally, about 3,000 people work as Desktop Publishers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Colorado pay ($77,750) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Desktop Publisher make in Colorado?
The median Desktop Publisher salary in Colorado is $77,750 per year, or about $37.38 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $39,990 at the entry level to $114,730 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Colorado pay compare to the national average?
Colorado pays Desktop Publishers about 41% more than the national median of $55,290. Colorado ranks 1st out of 27 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Colorado a good state for Desktop Publishers?
Yes on pay — Colorado pays above the national median for this occupation, at $77,750 a year. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Colorado?
The highest-paying occupations in Colorado include Orthodontist ($416,000), Dermatologist ($398,810), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($385,410), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.