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Market Research Analysts salary in Colorado

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Median, range, employment, and 10-year outlook from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, with skills and task data from O*NET. Cost-of-living adjustment from BEA Regional Price Parities.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 27, 2026
Median annual$80,670
Mean annual$93,310
Range (10th to 90th)$48,320 to $159,450
Colorado employment30,000
State vs national+4.3% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Colorado market research analysts fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$48,32025TH$63,120MEDIAN$80,67075TH$110,61090TH$159,450

The middle 50% of workers earn between $63,120 and $110,610, with a median of $80,670.

Real disclosed salaries

Market Research Analysts in Colorado: actual employer-disclosed pay

Public records from 48 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $70,000. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.

By DOL wage level

DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.

LevelFilingsMedian offer
Level I — entry14$58,474
Level II — qualified15$70,000
Level III — experienced9$98,000
Level IV — fully competent8$111,548

Top employers filing for this role

Companies with the most certified filings for Market Research Analysts in Colorado. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.

EmployerMost-filed titleFilingsMedian
Chungsoo Ha Insurance and Financial Services, IncAgency Communication and Marketing Analyst3$66,560
DISH Wireless, LLCMarketing Analytics Specialist II3$87,339
LUXE DECOR INCMarketing and Communication Specialist3$70,000
Cummins Inc.Product Manager2$112,195
Teamworks Innovations, Inc.Senior Solutions Consultant2$100,000
DISH Network LLCPerformance Media Marketing Manager1$96,221
University of Colorado DenverWeb and Marketing Analyst1$55,474
Humanitix USA LimitedSales and Marketing Manager1$59,000
Zynex Medical Inc.Corporate Sales & Marketing Specialist1$58,448
Erwin Penland LLCJunior Brand Planner1$58,500

Recent sample filings

A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.

  • Performance Media Marketing Manager at DISH Network LLC
    $96,221
    EnglewoodDecided Nov 21, 2025I-200-25318-408463
  • Web and Marketing Analyst at University of Colorado Denver
    $55,474
    DenverWage Level IIDecided Sep 29, 2025I-200-25265-325537
  • Sales and Marketing Manager at Humanitix USA Limited
    $59,000
    DenverWage Level IDecided Sep 8, 2025I-203-25244-278867
  • Corporate Sales & Marketing Specialist at Zynex Medical Inc.
    $58,448
    EnglewoodWage Level IDecided Sep 4, 2025I-200-25239-272012
  • Junior Brand Planner at Erwin Penland LLC
    $58,500
    LongmontWage Level IDecided Jul 7, 2025I-200-25178-134100
  • Research Analyst at The University of New Mexico Foundation Inc.
    $49,000
    Fort LuptonWage Level IDecided Jul 3, 2025I-200-25177-130615
  • Agency Communication and Marketing Analyst at Chungsoo Ha Insurance and Financial Services, Inc
    $66,560
    AuroraWage Level IDecided Jul 1, 2025I-200-25175-125489
  • Associate Gas Scheduling Analyst at Tenaska, Inc.
    $70,000
    DenverWage Level IDecided Jun 26, 2025I-200-25170-112052

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.

By seniority

Market Research Analysts pay by experience level in Colorado

Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.

Specialties

Market Research Analysts specialties in Colorado

Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 6 certified offers. The most common variant is Agency Communication and Marketing Analyst at a median of $66,560.

SpecialtyTop employerFilingsMedian offer
Agency Communication and Marketing AnalystChungsoo Ha Insurance and Financial Services, Inc3$66,560
Marketing SpecialistHED Inc3$70,000

Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.

Pay by industry

Market Research Analysts in Colorado, by industry

Median offered wage across 46 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Technology and software leads with a median of $100,000.

IndustryLargest employerFilingsMedian offer
Technology and softwareDISH Wireless, LLC12$100,000
ManufacturingCummins Inc.9$77,688
Professional servicesHumanitix USA Limited8$64,500
Retail and wholesaleLUXE DECOR INC8$70,000
Finance and insuranceChungsoo Ha Insurance and Financial Services, Inc3$66,560
EducationUniversity of Colorado Denver2$57,425
Nonprofit and civicThe University of New Mexico Foundation Inc.2$59,340
Energy and utilitiesTenaska, Inc.1$70,000
Media and entertainmentAlem International Management, Inc.1$120,000

Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.

Wage trend

Median annual wage in Colorado over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.

Median annual wage, Colorado2023 to 2024
$77,2502023$80,6702024

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5
  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    4.2 / 5
  • Inductive Reasoning

    Ability

    4.1 / 5
  • Sales and Marketing

    Knowledge

    4.1 / 5
  • Mathematics

    Knowledge

    4.0 / 5
  • Critical Thinking

    Cross-functional

    4.0 / 5
  • Writing

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5
  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Prepare reports of findings, illustrating data graphically and translating complex findings into written text.

  2. 02

    Collect and analyze data on customer demographics, preferences, needs, and buying habits to identify potential markets and factors affecting product demand.

  3. 03

    Conduct research on consumer opinions and marketing strategies, collaborating with marketing professionals, statisticians, pollsters, and other professionals.

  4. 04

    Measure and assess customer and employee satisfaction.

  5. 05

    Devise and evaluate methods and procedures for collecting data, such as surveys, opinion polls, or questionnaires, or arrange to obtain existing data.

  6. 06

    Measure the effectiveness of marketing, advertising, and communications programs and strategies.

  7. 07

    Seek and provide information to help companies determine their position in the marketplace.

  8. 08

    Forecast and track marketing and sales trends, analyzing collected data.

10-year outlook

Growth 2024 → 2034

+6.7%

Projected annual openings

BLS outlook

Growing faster than average

Source: BLS Employment Projections, 20242034 cycle.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Market Research Analysts in Colorado?
According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Market Research Analysts in Colorado is $80,670.
How does Colorado compare to the national median for Market Research Analysts?
The Colorado median is +4.3% versus the BLS national figure of $77,340.
What is the salary range for Market Research Analysts in Colorado?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $48,320 and the 90th-percentile at $159,450, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
Is Market Research Analysts a growing field?
BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 6.7% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
What education is required for Market Research Analysts?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.