As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for CAD Programmer in Denver, CO is $88,048, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,693 weekly, or $7,337 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for CAD Programmer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for CAD Programmer in Denver, CO vary widely, spanning from $72,713 to $102,172. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($80,021) and 75th percentile ($95,441), while top earners (90th percentile) make $102,172 per year. This $15,420 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Pneumatics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Denver CAD Programmer often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Denver currently ranks 301 statewide for CAD Programmer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
CAD Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile CAD Programmer Salary $72,713 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
25th Percentile CAD Programmer Salary $80,021 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
50th Percentile CAD Programmer Salary $88,048 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
75th Percentile CAD Programmer Salary $95,441 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
90th Percentile CAD Programmer Salary $102,172 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
25% $80,021 10% $72,713 90% $102,172 75% $95,441 $88,048 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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