Database Architects pay in Denver-Aurora-Centennial
In Denver-Aurora-Centennial (CO), the median pay for database architects is $78.19 an hour ($162,640 a year). About 1,360 people work in this job there.
That is 17% higher than the U.S. median ($139,500). It is 5% higher than the Colorado median ($154,560).
Pay range for database architects in Denver-Aurora-Centennial (CO)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $51.06 | $106,200 |
| 25% of workers | $64.90 | $134,990 |
| Half of workers (median) | $78.19 | $162,640 |
| 75% of workers | $81.88 | $170,310 |
| 90% of workers | $95.07 | $197,740 |
Database Architects pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial (this page) | $162,640 | 1,360 |
| Boulder | $139,160 | 150 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $133,020 | 50 |
| Colorado Springs | $127,050 | 120 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for database architects
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 4 to 6 years (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: Less than 5 years (BLS)
- Job outlook: +9.4% over ten years, much faster than average · about 3,900 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
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