Chief Executives Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $139,600 -32.4% vs national
Median hourly $67.12
10th percentile $98,860
90th percentile $225,140
Employed locally 40
National median $206,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $98,860
    25th
    $109,320
    50th (median)
    $139,600
    75th
    $182,810
    90th
    $225,140

    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 Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers$103,720
    Construction Managers$101,580
    Managers, All Other$124,550
    Medical and Health Services Managers$119,100
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary$86,380
    Financial Managers$133,980

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chief Executives make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Chief Executives in Southwest Colorado is $67.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $110.57 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Chief Executives salaries?

    The median Chief Executives salary in Southwest Colorado is 32.4% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Chief Executives (10th percentile) earn around $98,860 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $109,320.