What are the main factors that influence a Chief Executive's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Chief Executive's salary?

A Chief Executive's salary grows with experience: starting around $214,211 for beginners, reaching about $216,707 at mid-level, and approach $229,423 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Chief Executive?

Chief Executive salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Chief Executive roles are District of Columbia $228,728, California $227,860, Massachusetts $224,823. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Chief Executive roles make?

Salaries for Chief Executive level roles vary by specialization: Chief Executive Officer: $813,177; Chief Sector Executive: $494,930; Chief Financial Executive: $437,150; Chief Subsidiary Executive: $436,100; Chief Merchandising Executive: $434,400.

Chief Executive Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Chief Executive make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Chief Executive in District of Columbia is $228,728 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $110.

However, a Chief Executive's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $276,526
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $212,396 to $253,747
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $197,528

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Chief Executive Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$253,747	$21,146	$4,880	$122
Average	$228,728	$19,061	$4,399	$110
25th Percentile	$212,396	$17,700	$4,085	$102

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Key Factors That Influence Chief Executive Salaries

A Chief Executive's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Chief Executive Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Chief Executive's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $214,211
Early Career (1-2 years): $215,573
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $216,707
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $219,657
Expert (over 8 years): $229,423

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Chief Executive	$214,211
Intermediate Level Chief Executive	$215,573
Senior Level Chief Executive	$216,707
Specialist Level Chief Executive	$219,657
Expert Level Chief Executive	$229,423

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How Do Chief Executive Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Chief Executives. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $228,728.
California: $227,860.
Massachusetts: $224,823.

District of Columbia $228,728 California $227,860 Massachusetts $224,823 Washington $223,997 New Jersey $223,914 Alaska $223,625 Connecticut $220,774 New York $219,617

Hawaii $215,920 Rhode Island $214,184 Maryland $213,007 Minnesota $211,395 Colorado $210,776 Illinois $210,569 Oregon $209,784 Delaware $209,206

New Hampshire $208,842 Virginia $208,028 Pennsylvania $205,652 Nevada $204,454 North Dakota $204,062 Michigan $203,442 Wisconsin $203,215 Vermont $202,760

Texas $201,500 Maine $201,417 Arizona $201,294 Ohio $201,149 Georgia $199,248 Indiana $198,298 Wyoming $198,112 Utah $197,823

Iowa $197,699 Kansas $196,707 Louisiana $196,418 North Carolina $196,315 Missouri $196,274 Florida $195,468 Montana $195,034 Nebraska $194,621

Kentucky $194,394 South Carolina $193,567 Tennessee $193,051 Idaho $192,844 New Mexico $191,336 Oklahoma $191,006 Alabama $189,787 South Dakota $187,742

Arkansas $186,626 West Virginia $186,027 Mississippi $184,230

Top Paying Cities for Chief Executives

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $228,728
Washington: $228,728
Naval Anacost Annex: $228,728

Parcel Return Service, DC $228,728 Washington, DC $228,728 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $228,728 Washington Navy Yard, DC $228,728

Chief Executive Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Chief Executive's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$212,396

Average $228,728/year

$253,747

$17,700

Average $19,061/month

$21,146

$4,085

Average $4,399/week

$4,880

$102

Average $110/hour

$122

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$253,747	$21,146	$4,880	$122
Average	$228,728	$19,061	$4,399	$110
25th Percentile	$212,396	$17,700	$4,085	$102

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