Denver Job Market Report

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Welcome to the Denver Job Market Report, your ultimate resource for navigating the employment landscape in the Mile High City. Our podcast delivers timely insights, expert interviews, and the latest data on hiring trends, salary benchmarks, and career opportunities in Denver. Whether you're a job seeker aiming to advance your career or an employer looking to attract top talent, we provide actionable advice and insider tips tailored to the unique dynamics of Denver's job market. Tune in every week to stay ahead of the curve and make informed decisions in your professional journey! For more info go to https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.

  1. 1d ago

    Denver's Job Market in 2026: Growth, Opportunity, and the Housing Challenge

    Denver’s job market is currently tight but growing, with solid demand in professional services, health care, tech-adjacent roles, and construction. The Colorado Fiscal Institute’s June 2026 outlook notes that Colorado’s unemployment rate remains below the national average, but labor-force participation has softened, signaling a market where many employers still struggle to fill roles even as some workers stay on the sidelines. Colorado’s statewide unemployment rate has hovered in the low-4-percent range in recent months according to state and federal labor data, with the Denver metro close to that level. At the same time, Colorado’s governor has highlighted recent forecasts showing state employment growth around the 1.5 to 2 percent range year to date and continued expansion projected into 2026, although labor constraints and housing costs are tempering growth expectations. The employment landscape in Denver is anchored by major industries such as professional and business services, government, health care, financial services, aerospace, and energy. Large public and private employers in and around Denver include the State of Colorado, the City and County of Denver, Denver Public Schools, major health systems, Denver International Airport, and regional headquarters for companies in insurance, telecom, and financial services. Growing sectors include health care and life sciences, clean energy, logistics tied to the airport, data and analytics roles, and construction related to ongoing population growth and infrastructure projects. Seasonal patterns remain noticeable, with summer peaks in hospitality, tourism, and youth employment; the City and County of Denver’s own jobseeker resources emphasize summer and youth hiring campaigns and workforce-center support. Commuting trends show a gradual shift toward hybrid work: downtown office occupancy remains below pre‑2020 levels, while many professional roles allow a mix of remote and in‑office work, affecting transit patterns and supporting job growth in suburban corridors as well as central Denver. Government initiatives center on workforce development and upskilling; Denver Economic Development and Opportunity runs workforce centers across the city, offering training, job placement, and sector partnerships aimed at health care, construction, technology, and green jobs. However, recent highly localized statistics, such as the exact Denver metro unemployment rate by neighborhood or the latest industry-by-industry job counts, can lag by several months and may not yet fully reflect mid‑2026 conditions. Recent job postings illustrate the diversity of openings. Elevance Health is hiring a Director II Commercial Sales/Account Management based at 700 Broadway in Denver, a senior leadership role in health insurance sales and client management. McKesson, through its Sarah Cannon Research Institute unit, is hiring a Data Coordinator in Denver to support oncology clinical trials, with pay in the mid‑$20‑per‑hour range. The City and County of Denver’s job portals and Now Hiring–style regional reports highlight hundreds of additional roles weekly across public safety, maintenance, customer service, and administrative support. Key findings for listeners: Denver remains a relatively low‑unemployment, opportunity‑rich market with especially strong prospects in health care, professional services, and energy‑ and tech‑related roles; housing costs and labor shortages are constraining factors; and city and state workforce programs are actively trying to bridge skills gaps and connect jobseekers to this evolving market. Thank you for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

    4 min

  2. 5d ago

    Denver's Job Market: Tech, Healthcare, and Construction Lead Recovery

    Denver’s job market is expanding but uneven, with employers still hiring aggressively in key sectors while some wage growth and postings have cooled from pandemic-era peaks. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Denver–Aurora–Lakewood metro unemployment rate has recently hovered near the low to mid 3 percent range, slightly below or close to the national average, indicating a generally tight labor market with pockets of slack. The employment landscape is dominated by professional and business services, healthcare, government, technology, financial activities, construction, and tourism-related services; state and local economic reports consistently list technology, aerospace, healthcare, energy, and financial services among Denver’s core industries. Major employers include large health systems, state and federal government offices, the University of Denver and other higher education institutions, financial firms, and national technology and aerospace companies whose Colorado operations are frequently cited in regional business rankings. Built In Colorado reports that major tech-related employers in the broader region include firms in software, artificial intelligence, aerospace, and e‑commerce, underscoring Denver’s role as a Rocky Mountain tech hub. Recent trends show strong growth in technology, data and analytics, clean energy, construction, logistics, and remote-capable corporate roles, while some white-collar fields are seeing more competition per opening and more cautious salary offers compared with 2021–2022. Local business press and recruiting firms note that job postings and permanent salaries in Denver cooled slightly in late 2022 and 2023 as interest rates rose, though demand for specialized talent remains high. Seasonally, hiring tends to soften in late Q4 and pick up in Q1 and late spring, especially in construction, hospitality, and outdoor recreation. Regional transportation and planning agencies report that commuting has shifted toward hybrid work, with a permanent uptick in remote days reducing central business district transit ridership while suburban commuting remains strong. Government initiatives by the State of Colorado and the City and County of Denver emphasize incentives for clean energy, advanced industries, small business formation, and workforce training in technology and healthcare, which is gradually reshaping the market toward higher-skill roles; however, detailed 2026 program impact data are still limited, and some sector-level employment figures lag by several quarters. Illustrative current openings in the Denver area include a Senior Data Analyst role at EchoStar in the $90,000 to $118,800 annual range, a construction Superintendent position in Denver advertised by Michael Page with a salary band around $110,000 to $130,000 plus bonuses, and a Senior Manager, Education role supporting REMAX with a focus on communications, customer service, education and training, and real estate. Key findings for listeners are that Denver remains a relatively low-unemployment, high-opportunity metro with particularly strong prospects in technology, healthcare, construction, and clean energy; wage and posting growth have normalized but not collapsed; commuting and workplace patterns are structurally more hybrid than before; and public and private investment is continuing to push the region toward a more knowledge- and innovation-intensive economy, even as real-time data on specific initiatives and the most current monthly statistics can lag official publication cycles. Thank you for tuning in, and be sure to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

    4 min

  3. Jun 12

    Denver's Job Market: Tech Growth and Tight Labor in 2025

    Denver’s job market is relatively strong and diversified, with steady population growth and a skilled workforce supporting demand across professional services, tech, healthcare, aerospace, energy, and tourism. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the Denver–Aurora–Lakewood metro unemployment rate has recently hovered near the low-3-percent range, below or roughly in line with national levels, indicating a tight labor market but with some cooling from the post‑pandemic hiring surge. According to the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, total nonfarm employment in the Denver region is heavily concentrated in professional and business services, healthcare and social assistance, government, retail trade, leisure and hospitality, and financial activities, with major employers including the State of Colorado, the City and County of Denver, Centura/AdventHealth, UCHealth, Kaiser Permanente, Comcast, Lockheed Martin, major energy firms, and Denver International Airport. Denver Economic Development and Opportunity notes that tech, fintech, aerospace, clean energy, logistics, construction, and advanced manufacturing are among the fastest growing sectors, with AI and data centers driving new capital spending, as highlighted by a recent CoBank analysis based in Denver on surging AI‑related infrastructure investments. Seasonal patterns include stronger hiring in construction, tourism, and hospitality in spring and summer, with retail and warehouse hiring spikes in late fall; layoffs or slower postings tend to appear in early winter. Commuting has shifted toward hybrid work, with many downtown professional roles now partly remote, moderating transit ridership and peak congestion while supporting growth in suburban office and coworking nodes; detailed mode‑share data for 2025–2026, however, remains limited. Government initiatives through Denver Workforce Development Centers and the statewide ConnectingColorado system focus on job‑matching, training, and upskilling in high‑growth fields, but some granular, very recent wage and occupation‑specific vacancy numbers are not yet available. Overall, key findings are that Denver remains a relatively low‑unemployment, opportunity‑rich market, is diversifying beyond traditional energy and government anchors, and is being reshaped by tech, AI, and hybrid work while still facing housing costs and skills‑mismatch challenges. Current sample openings in Denver include an Assistant Property Manager with a commercial real estate firm paying roughly 25 to 35 dollars an hour on a contract‑to‑hire basis, a part‑time Security Officer role at a financial center around 26 dollars an hour, and multiple corporate roles at firms like Empower and The Trade Desk in areas such as software engineering, product management, and data analysis. Thank you for tuning in, and remember to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

    4 min

  4. Jun 8

    Denver's Job Market: Growth in Tech, Health, and Clean Energy

    Denver’s job market is dynamic and moderately tight, with solid professional growth and some affordability pressures. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Denver–Aurora–Lakewood metro unemployment rate has recently hovered around 3 to 4 percent, slightly below or near the national average, indicating a relatively healthy labor market. The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment reports that total nonfarm employment continues to grow year over year, led by professional and business services, health care, and leisure and hospitality. Federal and state data often lag by a few months, so very recent shifts in hiring or layoffs may not yet be fully captured, especially in tech and real estate. The employment landscape is diversified. Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation and state profiles highlight major industries including technology, aerospace, financial services, energy, health care, biosciences, logistics, and tourism. Major employers include state and local government, large health systems like UCHealth, education institutions such as the University of Denver and the University of Colorado system, aerospace and aviation firms like Lockheed Martin and Boeing, and finance and professional services companies including major banks and CPA and advisory firms such as Eide Bailly. Tech, data centers, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing are among the fastest-growing sectors, while construction and real estate have cooled somewhat with higher interest rates. Recent developments include expanding data center and cloud infrastructure roles, growth in climate and sustainability jobs, and continued demand for nurses, behavioral health professionals, and skilled trades. Seasonal patterns show stronger hiring in construction, tourism, and outdoor recreation-related roles in spring and summer, and in retail and logistics during the holiday season. Census and regional planning agencies report that many workers commute from surrounding suburbs such as Aurora, Lakewood, and Thornton, with significant car commutes, growing light-rail and bus ridership, and rising hybrid work reducing some weekday peaks. Government initiatives at the state and city levels focus on workforce training, apprenticeships in tech and skilled trades, and incentives for employers investing in green energy and advanced industries. Over the past decade, the market has evolved from energy-heavy to more tech and services-driven, with higher wages but increased housing costs. Current Denver-area openings include a Paralegal Assistant Professor (Provisional Faculty) at Community College of Denver, a Director of Finance and Operations at the University of Denver, and a Senior Director of Portfolio Strategy and Analytics at Riot Platforms in a data-center-focused financial leadership role. Key findings for listeners: Denver offers a diverse, growing job base, relatively low unemployment, strong professional and technical opportunities, and ongoing shifts toward tech, health, and clean energy, tempered by housing and cost-of-living challenges and some sector-specific volatility. Thank you for tuning in, and remember to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

    4 min

  5. Jun 5

    Denver's Job Market: Strong Growth in Tech, Healthcare, and Aerospace

    Denver’s job market is moderately tight with steady hiring and relatively low unemployment compared with national levels. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Denver–Aurora–Lakewood metro unemployment rate has recently hovered around the mid‑3 to low‑4 percent range, indicating near full employment, though monthly figures fluctuate and there is a reporting lag of several weeks, creating short‑term data gaps. The employment landscape is diverse: key industries include professional and business services, technology, health care, financial services, energy, aerospace, construction, tourism, and government. Major employers include DaVita, Centura/HealthOne systems, UCHealth, Children’s Hospital Colorado, Lockheed Martin, Ball Aerospace, Wells Fargo, Charles Schwab, and multiple federal and state agencies. DaVita, for example, is currently hiring a Strategy and Analytics Analyst at its headquarters campus on 16th Street in downtown Denver, underscoring the strength of health‑care related corporate roles. Wells Fargo is recruiting for a Personal Banker in the Central Denver District, reflecting ongoing demand in retail banking. Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer for retail patrol in the Denver–Aurora area, highlighting continued needs in security and services. Recent trends show strong growth in tech‑adjacent roles, data analytics, clean energy, aerospace, health care, and advanced manufacturing, while hospitality and retail have recovered but remain sensitive to tourism and consumer spending cycles. Remote and hybrid work has become entrenched, and many professionals commute less frequently, though in‑bound commuting from suburbs along the I‑25 and I‑70 corridors remains substantial, contributing to peak‑hour congestion and sustained demand for transit options. Seasonal patterns include stronger hiring in construction, tourism, retail, and outdoor recreation sectors from late spring through early fall, with additional short‑term retail and logistics hiring around the winter holidays. State and local government initiatives, including Colorado’s workforce development programs, apprenticeship expansion, and incentives for tech, clean energy, and advanced industries, aim to attract employers and reskill workers for higher‑wage roles. Over the past decade, the market has evolved from a regional energy and services hub into a more diversified economy with a larger footprint in technology, health care, aerospace, and corporate headquarters, which has helped buffer national downturns but also contributed to rising housing and living costs. Key findings: Denver offers a relatively low unemployment rate, diverse and growing sectors, strong demand in professional and health‑care roles, solid but cyclical opportunities in tourism, retail, and construction, and an ongoing shift toward higher‑skill, higher‑wage work shaped by state‑backed workforce and industry initiatives. Thank you for tuning in, and remember to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

    3 min

  6. May 1

    Denver's Job Market Stays Strong: Tech, Aerospace, and Hospitality Lead Growth in 2026

    Denver's job market remains robust amid national economic steadiness, with the Bureau of Labor Statistics reporting U.S. nonfarm payrolls up 178,000 in March 2026, reflecting Colorado's alignment through tech, aerospace, and hospitality growth. The employment landscape features a skilled workforce bolstered by major employers like Lockheed Martin, Empower, DaVita Kidney Care, and Block, alongside staffing firms such as Roth Staffing Companies, ranked third best place to work in Denver by the Denver Business Journal in 2026. Key statistics show persistent labor tightness, especially in hospitality where the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood MSA faces high vacancy rates in food service per the Denver Hospitality Authority, while office vacancies hit a record 38.9% downtown in Q1 2026 according to CBRE, signaling bifurcation toward premium spaces. Unemployment data gaps persist locally, but national trends suggest low rates with 6.9 million job openings in February per BLS. Major industries include software, AI, aerospace, e-commerce, and healthcare, with growing sectors like tech and flexible staffing. Recent developments feature Governor Polis convening business leaders on immigration to fill workforce gaps via FWD.us, plus voter-approved $570 million financing for downtown revitalization including office-to-residential conversions. Seasonal patterns show hospitality peaks in summer tourism, while commuting trends favor hybrid and remote options, as seen in Empower's postings. Government initiatives emphasize immigrant contributions across sectors. The market evolves with hybrid work reshaping offices, per CANOPY insights on coworking, and strong job growth despite housing affordability pressures noted by 5280 Magazine. Key findings highlight tightness in leisure and tech demand, offset by office challenges, positioning Denver for recovery through innovation and policy support. Current openings include Financial Customer Service Professional at Empower in Denver (hybrid, posted September 2025), Territory Account Executive at Block in Denver (remote possible, $123K-$223K annually), and Retirement Plan Counselor at Empower (remote in metro). Thank you for tuning in, listeners, and please subscribe for more updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.

    3 min

  7. Apr 27

    Denver Tech Jobs Boom in 2026: Tech Workers, High Salaries, and Hybrid Opportunities

    Denver's job market remains robust in 2026, driven by tech expansion and diverse industries amid steady post-pandemic recovery. The employment landscape features over 260,000 tech workers, comprising 8.5 percent of the overall workforce according to the 2024 CompTIA survey reported by Built In Colorado. Key statistics show abundant opportunities, with ZipRecruiter listing 146 jobs paying $50,000 or more, Indeed highlighting 332 literacy roles and around 100 statistician positions in Colorado, and Job Today noting 334 industrial engineering jobs near Aurora. Trends indicate strong demand in tech and data, with Eduminds Learning reporting data scientist salaries in Denver ranging from $115,000 to $155,000, reflecting mid-level growth to $145,000 after three years. The unemployment rate hovers low, though exact 2026 figures are unavailable in current data. Major industries include software, artificial intelligence, aerospace, and telecommunications, with top employers like Lockheed Martin, CenturyLink, Comcast, BAE Systems, and Level 3. Growing sectors encompass data science, AI, MarTech, and agriculture-related roles via AgCareers.com. Recent developments feature hybrid hiring, such as bet365's Software Engineer position at $90,000-$135,000. Seasonal patterns tie to agriculture's high risks, with 2024 fatality rates at 20.9 per 100,000 workers per The Conversation. Commuting trends favor hybrid models, as seen in bet365's policy. Government initiatives are not detailed in available sources. Market evolution shows tech hubs emerging, with Denver salaries competitive behind coastal cities. Data gaps exist for precise 2026 unemployment, comprehensive government programs, and full commuting stats. Key findings: Tech dominates growth, salaries are attractive for skilled roles, and opportunities abound despite sector-specific hazards. Current openings include Software Engineer MarTech at bet365 ($90K-$135K, hybrid, Golang/React), Designer-Illustrator Freelance at Hovercraft via Built In Colorado, and Data Scientist roles implied in Eduminds salary data with 99+ statistician postings on Indeed. Thank you for tuning in, listeners—please subscribe for more updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.

    4 min

  8. Apr 24

    Denver's Job Market Cools: Job Losses, Office Vacancies, and Growing Construction Opportunities

    Denver's job market in early 2026 shows contraction amid national economic pressures, with Colorado losing 7,200 nonfarm payroll jobs in February alone while the state's unemployment rate holds steady at 3.9 percent according to the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment. The employment landscape reflects a cooling economy, marked by downtown Denver's office vacancy rate climbing to nearly 39 percent in the first quarter as reported by the Denver Gazette, alongside statewide job declines over the past year totaling 9,100 positions and a labor force participation rate dropping to 66.6 percent. Key statistics include an increase in unemployed residents to 127,300, employed residents falling to 3,111,200, and average hourly earnings rising slightly to $39.79, above the national average. Trends indicate persistent softness, with job losses concentrated in other services down 2,200, trade transportation and utilities off 1,700, and education health services losing 1,000, offset partially by construction gains of 1,000 jobs. Major industries remain aerospace tourism technology and energy, though cannabis licensing has declined sharply with medical marijuana stores dropping from 152 in 2022 to 83 in 2026 per Denver government data. Growing sectors include construction and trade jobs, bolstered by platforms like Skillit and ZipRecruiter highlighting high-paying opportunities. Recent developments feature federal marijuana rescheduling easing some restrictions and Apprenticeship Colorado honoring workforce training leaders. Seasonal patterns show typical winter slowdowns exacerbated by rising fuel prices, while commuting trends lean toward hybrid models with 88 percent of employers offering options per Robert Half though 77 percent of new postings are onsite. Government initiatives emphasize apprenticeships and public works via GovernmentJobs.com for prevailing wages. The market has evolved from post-pandemic growth to turbulence with a negative 0.3 percent job growth rate versus the national 0.1 percent. Data gaps exist on Denver-specific unemployment and precise metro job totals beyond state figures. Key findings highlight resilience in construction amid broader contraction urging skill-focused job searches. Current openings include Non CDL Delivery Driver at Commercial Distribution Specialists paying $19 to $22.88 hourly, Warehouse Worker at Aerotek in mattress distribution, and various trade roles on ZipRecruiter from $24 to $72 hourly. Thank you listeners for tuning in and remember to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.

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Welcome to the Denver Job Market Report, your ultimate resource for navigating the employment landscape in the Mile High City. Our podcast delivers timely insights, expert interviews, and the latest data on hiring trends, salary benchmarks, and career opportunities in Denver. Whether you're a job seeker aiming to advance your career or an employer looking to attract top talent, we provide actionable advice and insider tips tailored to the unique dynamics of Denver's job market. Tune in every week to stay ahead of the curve and make informed decisions in your professional journey! For more info go to https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.

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