Chief Executives Salary in Central North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $234,890 +13.8% vs national
Median hourly $112.93
10th percentile $105,120
90th percentile —
Employed locally 50
National median $206,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $105,120
    25th
    $167,700
    50th (median)
    $234,890

    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 Central North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $82,570
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $79,830
    Industrial Production Managers $107,770
    Medical and Health Services Managers $101,400
    Construction Managers $100,090
    Education Administrators, Postsecondary $82,170

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chief Executives make per hour in Central North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Chief Executives in Central North Carolina is $112.93, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $175.77 or more per hour.

    Is Central North Carolina above or below average for Chief Executives salaries?

    The median Chief Executives salary in Central North Carolina is 13.8% above 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 Central North Carolina?

    Entry-level Chief Executives (10th percentile) earn around $105,120 per year in Central North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $167,700.