As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior SQL Developer in Denver, CO is $151,772, equivalent to $73 per hour, $2,919 weekly, or $12,648 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior SQL Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Senior SQL Developer in Denver, CO vary widely, spanning from $123,254 to $168,131. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($136,844) and 75th percentile ($160,335), while top earners (90th percentile) make $168,131 per year. This $23,491 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Networking or Linux, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Denver Senior SQL Developer often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Denver currently ranks 301 statewide for Senior SQL Developer 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
Senior SQL Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $123,254 Denver, CO January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $136,844 Denver, CO January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $151,772 Denver, CO January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $160,335 Denver, CO January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $168,131 Denver, CO January 01, 2026
25% $136,844 10% $123,254 90% $168,131 75% $160,335 $151,772 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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