Chief Executives Salary in Southwest Missouri

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

Median annual salary $144,510 -30% vs national
Median hourly $69.48
10th percentile $41,800
90th percentile —
Employed locally 110
National median $206,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,800
    25th
    $103,080
    50th (median)
    $144,510
    75th
    $194,990

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $60,010
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $84,580
    Sales Managers $72,670
    Financial Managers $104,950
    Medical and Health Services Managers $95,760
    Administrative Services Managers $70,600

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Chief Executives in Southwest Missouri is $69.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $142.10 or more per hour.

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

    The median Chief Executives salary in Southwest Missouri is 30% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Chief Executives (10th percentile) earn around $41,800 per year in Southwest Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $103,080.