Chief Executives Salary in Maryland

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

Median annual salary $198,520 -3.8% vs national
Median hourly $95.44
10th percentile $107,720
90th percentile $470,390
Employed locally 110
National median $206,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $107,720
    25th
    $134,660
    50th (median)
    $198,520
    75th
    $325,290
    90th
    $470,390

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $88,990
    Financial Managers $114,510
    Medical and Health Services Managers $113,730
    Managers, All Other $100,700
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $104,970
    Sales Managers $107,540

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chief Executives make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Chief Executives in Maryland is $95.44, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $226.15 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Chief Executives salaries?

    The median Chief Executives salary in Maryland is 3.8% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Chief Executives (10th percentile) earn around $107,720 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $134,660.