Chief Executives Salary in Arizona

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Arizona nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $121,930 -40.9% vs national
Median hourly $58.62
10th percentile $70,470
90th percentile —
Employed locally 200
National median $206,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $70,470
    25th
    $80,850
    50th (median)
    $121,930
    75th
    $187,200

    Top-paying metros for Chief Executives

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Medford, OR $615,500
    Midland, MI $587,950
    Midland, TX $389,330
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $388,060
    Durham-Chapel Hill, NC $381,330
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $375,810

    Related occupations in Arizona

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers$74,160
    Medical and Health Services Managers$129,280
    Managers, All Other$115,790
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary$84,770
    Financial Managers$99,510
    Food Service Managers$60,030

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chief Executives make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Chief Executives in Arizona is $58.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $152.64 or more per hour.

    Is Arizona above or below average for Chief Executives salaries?

    The median Chief Executives salary in Arizona is 40.9% below the national median of $206,420. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Chief Executives in Arizona?

    Entry-level Chief Executives (10th percentile) earn around $70,470 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $80,850.