Chief Executives Salary in Rochester, NY

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Rochester, NY

Median annual salary $185,280 -10.2% vs national
Median hourly $89.08
10th percentile $109,780
90th percentile
Employed locally 280
National median $206,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $109,780
    25th
    $153,130
    50th (median)
    $185,280

    Rochester economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $74,438 2023 • Census ACS
    Chief Executives salary vs area income 249% Median Chief Executives salary is 149% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chief Executives make per hour in Rochester?

    The median hourly wage for Chief Executives in Rochester, NY is $89.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $377.97 or more per hour.

    Is Rochester above or below average for Chief Executives salaries?

    The median Chief Executives salary in Rochester, NY is 10.2% 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 Rochester?

    Entry-level Chief Executives (10th percentile) earn around $109,780 per year in Rochester, NY. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $153,130.