What is the average hourly wage for Chief Executives?

The median hourly wage for Chief Executives is $101.00 per hour. This translates to approximately $210,070 per year working full-time.

What states pay Chief Executives the most?

Salaries for Chief Executives vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a chief executive?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Chief Executives Salary

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Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$210,070

$101.00 / hour

▲ 3% (Average)

Salary Range

$111,337 - $361,320

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

227,520

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Chief Executives Salary by Percentile

$111,337 $361,320

10th pct Median: $210,070 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$111,337	$53.53
25th Percentile	$151,250	$72.72
50th (Median)	$210,070	$101.00
75th Percentile	$289,897	$139.37
90th (Top Earners)	$361,320	$173.71
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Chief Executives

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$277,292	$133.31
2	California (CA)	$262,588	$126.24
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$256,285	$123.21
4	New York (NY)	$256,285	$123.21
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$252,084	$121.19
6	Connecticut (CT)	$247,883	$119.17
7	Maryland (MD)	$247,883	$119.17
8	Hawaii (HI)	$241,580	$116.14
9	Alaska (AK)	$235,278	$113.11
10	Washington (WA)	$235,278	$113.11
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Chief Executives

Chief Executives work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the management sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Chief Executives

Projected Growth

+3%

2022-2032

▲ 3% (Average)

Annual Job Openings

366,100

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Chief Executives make?

The median annual salary for Chief Executives is $210,070 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $111,337, while the top 10% earn $361,320 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Chief Executives?

Chief Executives earn a median hourly wage of $101.00 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $210,070 annually.

Is Chief Executives a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $210,070, Chief Executives earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Average (3% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Chief Executives need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.