Chief Executives Salary in South Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $150,390 -27.1% vs national
Median hourly $72.31
10th percentile $43,200
90th percentile —
Employed locally 160
National median $206,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,200
    25th
    $115,120
    50th (median)
    $150,390
    75th
    $203,330

    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 South Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers$62,400
    Medical and Health Services Managers$94,660
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary$86,310
    Industrial Production Managers$99,650
    Financial Managers$104,690
    Sales Managers$109,520

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chief Executives make per hour in South Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Chief Executives in South Central Kentucky is $72.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $159.13 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Kentucky above or below average for Chief Executives salaries?

    The median Chief Executives salary in South Central Kentucky is 27.1% 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 South Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Chief Executives (10th percentile) earn around $43,200 per year in South Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $115,120.