As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Communication Engineer in Denver, CO is $71,906, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,383 weekly, or $5,992 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Communication Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Communication Engineer in Denver, CO vary widely, spanning from $55,105 to $77,072. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($63,112) and 75th percentile ($74,610), while top earners (90th percentile) make $77,072 per year. This $11,498 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Semiconductors, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Denver Communication Engineer often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Denver currently ranks 301 statewide for Communication Engineer 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
Communication Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $55,105 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $63,112 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $71,906 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $74,610 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Communication Engineer Salary $77,072 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
25% $63,112 10% $55,105 90% $77,072 75% $74,610 $71,906 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Communication Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Telecommunications Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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