Chief Executives Salary in Connecticut

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

Median annual salary $231,990 +12.4% vs national
Median hourly $111.53
10th percentile $70,520
90th percentile —
Employed locally 40
National median $206,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $70,520
    25th
    $156,290
    50th (median)
    $231,990

    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 Connecticut

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $107,340
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $136,500
    Financial Managers $132,870
    Sales Managers $130,340
    Medical and Health Services Managers $116,900
    Social and Community Service Managers $67,520

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chief Executives make per hour in Connecticut?

    The median hourly wage for Chief Executives in Connecticut is $111.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $202.66 or more per hour.

    Is Connecticut above or below average for Chief Executives salaries?

    The median Chief Executives salary in Connecticut is 12.4% 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 Connecticut?

    Entry-level Chief Executives (10th percentile) earn around $70,520 per year in Connecticut. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $156,290.