Social and Community Service Managers Salary in Colorado (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Social and Community Service Managers in Colorado, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Colorado Median
$97,440
per year
Hourly Rate
$46.85
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+21% vs US median
US median $80,390
State Rank
#4 of 51
2,800 employed here

How much do Social and Community Service Managers make in Colorado?

Social and Community Service Managers in Colorado take home a median of $97,440 annually — roughly $46.85 an hour — which runs 21% above the national median of $80,390.

Within Colorado, entry-level pay starts around $64,870 while the top 10% make $163,400 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $77,350 and $127,840 a year.

Social and Community Service Managers salary range in Colorado

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$64,870$31.19
25th percentile (early career)$77,350$37.19
50th percentile (median)$97,440$46.85
75th percentile (experienced)$127,840$61.46
90th percentile (top earners)$163,400$78.56

How Colorado compares

Colorado ranks 4th out of 51 states and territories for Social and Community Service Managers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1District of Columbia$106,700
2Washington$103,000
3Alaska$98,370
4Colorado$97,440
5New York$95,980

Working as Social and Community Service Managers in Colorado

Nationally, about 209,000 people work as Social and Community Service Managers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Colorado pay ($97,440) 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 do Social and Community Service Managers make in Colorado?
The median Social and Community Service Managers salary in Colorado is $97,440 per year, or about $46.85 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $64,870 at the entry level to $163,400 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Colorado pay compare to the national average?
Colorado pays Social and Community Service Managers about 21% more than the national median of $80,390. Colorado ranks 4th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Colorado a good state for Social and Community Service Managers?
Yes on pay — Colorado pays above the national median for this occupation, at $97,440 a year. About 2,800 Social and Community Service Managers are employed in Colorado. 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.