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July 2026 edition

The Colorado contractor market report

7,671 active licensed contractors across 2 trades, counted directly from the Colorado Division of Professions and Occupations (DORA), led by electricians at 4,677. Last data refresh: 2026-07-07.

7,671Active licenses
5,771,158Residents
13.3Licenses per 10k
$92,748Median income
33,754Permits (2025)

Licenses by trade

TradeActive licensesMap
Electricians4,677
Plumbers3,003

Where the contractors are

CityActive licenses
Denver640
Colorado Springs494
Aurora383
Littleton197
Arvada186
Thornton167
Englewood162
Fort Collins153
Grand Junction152
Longmont152

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Common questions about the Colorado contractor market

How many licensed contractors are in Colorado?

7,671 active licensed contractors are registered in Colorado across 2 trades, counted directly from the Colorado Division of Professions and Occupations (DORA) as of 2026-07-07.

Which trade has the most licensed contractors in Colorado?

Electricians lead Colorado with 4,677 active licenses, the largest of the 2 trades covered here.

Which Colorado cities have the most licensed contractors?

Denver, Colorado Springs, Aurora lead Colorado by licensed-contractor count. ContractorRoster covers every city and ZIP in the state, not just the major metros.

How current is this Colorado market data?

The Colorado numbers were last refreshed 2026-07-07, sourced direct from the Colorado Division of Professions and Occupations (DORA). Expired and lapsed licenses are filtered out, so every count reflects active licenses only.