Chief Executives Salary in Phoenix, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ

Median annual salary $164,980 -20.1% vs national
Median hourly $79.32
10th percentile $79,420
90th percentile
Employed locally 2,160
National median $206,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $79,420
    25th
    $101,530
    50th (median)
    $164,980

    Phoenix economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,703 2023 • Census ACS
    Chief Executives salary vs area income 195% Median Chief Executives salary is 95% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chief Executives make per hour in Phoenix?

    The median hourly wage for Chief Executives in Phoenix, AZ is $79.32, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $219.07 or more per hour.

    Is Phoenix above or below average for Chief Executives salaries?

    The median Chief Executives salary in Phoenix, AZ is 20.1% 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 Phoenix?

    Entry-level Chief Executives (10th percentile) earn around $79,420 per year in Phoenix, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $101,530.