Chief Executives Salary in Southwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $162,950 -21.1% vs national
Median hourly $78.34
10th percentile $39,540
90th percentile —
Employed locally 180
National median $206,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,540
    25th
    $89,990
    50th (median)
    $162,950

    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 Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $77,080
    Medical and Health Services Managers $100,830
    Financial Managers $103,580
    Industrial Production Managers $99,910
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $98,710
    Social and Community Service Managers $62,720

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Chief Executives in Southwest Iowa is $78.34, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $147.29 or more per hour.

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

    The median Chief Executives salary in Southwest Iowa is 21.1% 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 Southwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Chief Executives (10th percentile) earn around $39,540 per year in Southwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $89,990.