Across 382 Colorado nonprofits, the median total compensation for COOs is $138,994. Each organization counts once, using its most recent IRS Form 990 filing from fiscal years 2019 to 2024. Total compensation includes base salary, bonus, and other reportable compensation.
Data updated July 1, 2026
COO Compensation by Organization Size in Colorado
Compensation varies significantly by organization revenue.
| Org Revenue | 25th | Median | 75th | Organizations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under $1M | $20,217 | $35,487 | $64,100 | 58 |
| $1M - $5M | $77,727 | $113,423 | $146,529 | 93 |
| $5M - $25M | $123,929 | $154,877 | $196,302 | 138 |
| $25M - $100M | $146,980 | $201,048 | $251,405 | 66 |
| Over $100M | $264,028 | $325,594 | $639,170 | 27 |
Top Cities for COO Positions in Colorado
Cities with the most nonprofit COOs reporting compensation.
Sample Compensation Records in Colorado
Recent compensation data from IRS Form 990 filings.
$127k
COO
Grand Junction, CO|Revenue: $7.2M|2024
$132k
Chief Operating Officer
Grand Junction, CO|Revenue: $7.4M|2023
$56k
Director of Operations
Denver, CO|Revenue: $1.1M|2024
$50k
Chief Operating Officer (left Position 5/2023)
Fort Collins, CO|Revenue: $642M|2023
$102k
Chief Operating Officer
Fort Collins, CO|Revenue: $642M|2023
$146k
Chief Operating Officer
Fort Collins, CO|Revenue: $604.1M|2022