Chief Executives Salary in Johnson City, TN

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Johnson City, TN

Median annual salary $152,270 -26.2% vs national
Median hourly $73.21
10th percentile $68,740
90th percentile —
Employed locally 80
National median $206,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $68,740
    25th
    $108,030
    50th (median)
    $152,270

    Johnson City economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $56,096 2023 • Census ACS
    Chief Executives salary vs area income 271% Median Chief Executives salary is 171% above the area median household income

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    Nearby metros — Chief Executives salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA $196,520
    Knoxville, TN $188,480
    Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN $179,170
    Memphis, TN-MS-AR $178,340
    Chattanooga, TN-GA $172,780
    Jackson, TN $168,110

    Related occupations in Johnson City, TN

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $87,120
    Medical and Health Services Managers $103,400
    Managers, All Other $66,530
    Financial Managers $115,680
    Sales Managers $129,900
    Computer and Information Systems Managers $122,180

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chief Executives make per hour in Johnson City?

    The median hourly wage for Chief Executives in Johnson City, TN is $73.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $206.78 or more per hour.

    Is Johnson City above or below average for Chief Executives salaries?

    The median Chief Executives salary in Johnson City, TN is 26.2% 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 Johnson City?

    Entry-level Chief Executives (10th percentile) earn around $68,740 per year in Johnson City, TN. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $108,030.