Chief Executives Salary in East Tennessee

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

Median annual salary $121,800 -41% vs national
Median hourly $58.56
10th percentile $18,930
90th percentile —
Employed locally 160
National median $206,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $18,930
    25th
    $54,010
    50th (median)
    $121,800
    75th
    $204,890

    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 East Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers$79,390
    Managers, All Other$58,220
    Food Service Managers$61,240
    Financial Managers$118,450
    Sales Managers$100,380
    Industrial Production Managers$101,550

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Chief Executives in East Tennessee is $58.56, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make — or more per hour.

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

    The median Chief Executives salary in East Tennessee is 41% 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 Tennessee?

    Entry-level Chief Executives (10th percentile) earn around $18,930 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,010.