Are you a business owner in Colorado? Or, maybe you’re considering launching your next venture in the Centennial State? Then you’ve come to the right place! Here you’ll find guidance on how to start a business, fund your business, operate your business, hire employees, file for taxes, stay compliant in your state, and more.
Bookmark this page and keep checking back to track new legislation and developments in Colorado that may affect your company. Now, let’s dive in!
How to register your business in the state of Colorado
First thing is first: Here is how you register your new business in Colorado.
Find funding for your Colorado-based business
Every business, whether new or established, requires funding. Luckily, there are business loans and grants specifically designed for Colorado-based businesses. Check out the Colorado business funding page to find a loan or grant that’s a fit for your company.
How to file and pay business taxes in Colorado
Navigating the tax landscape can be complex—especially for busy business owners. Here is an up-to-date tax guide for Colorado businesses.
Managing employees in Colorado
- Here’s the employer’s guide to hiring employees in Colorado while remaining compliant.
- Are you calculating employee paychecks? Use this Colorado salary paycheck calculator to determine withholdings and calculate take-home pay for your employees in Colorado. (We do the math for you.)
- Need to calculate hourly employee paychecks? We’ve got a Colorado hourly paycheck calculator, too.
- If you’re hiring in the Mile High City, check out our salary data by job type for Denver employees.
| Minimum wage in Colorado | SUI tax rate in Colorado | Colorado DOL website |
| $13.65 per hour $10.63 minimum tipped wage per hour | New employer tax rate: 0.017% Tax rate range: .75% – 10.39% Wage base: $20,400 | Department of Labor |
