Chief Executives Salary in East Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $130,670 -36.7% vs national
Median hourly $62.82
10th percentile $51,590
90th percentile —
Employed locally 110
National median $206,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,590
    25th
    $102,660
    50th (median)
    $130,670
    75th
    $172,030

    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 East Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $62,090
    Medical and Health Services Managers $81,770
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $80,590
    Financial Managers $102,570
    Sales Managers $96,190
    Social and Community Service Managers $70,710

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chief Executives make per hour in East Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Chief Executives in East Kentucky is $62.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $198.76 or more per hour.

    Is East Kentucky above or below average for Chief Executives salaries?

    The median Chief Executives salary in East Kentucky is 36.7% 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 East Kentucky?

    Entry-level Chief Executives (10th percentile) earn around $51,590 per year in East Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $102,660.