Solar Energy Systems Engineers Salary in Colorado
Solar Energy Systems Engineers in Colorado earn a median of $132,590 a year, +8% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Engineers, All Other”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $132,590
- vs. U.S. median
- +8% ($122,930)
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,540
Pay range in Colorado
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $75,900; the top 10% earn over $195,190. Nationally the range is $66,810 to $189,950.
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Solar Energy Systems Engineers pay in Colorado
How much do solar energy systems engineers make in Colorado?
The median is $132,590 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $75,900 and the top 10% earn over $195,190. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Colorado a good state for solar energy systems engineers?
On pay alone it ranks 7 of 51 (+8% vs. the national median of $122,930). Living costs are not included.