Chief Executives Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $140,910 -31.7% vs national
Median hourly $67.75
10th percentile $62,400
90th percentile —
Employed locally 200
National median $206,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,400
    25th
    $94,750
    50th (median)
    $140,910

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers$82,780
    Financial Managers$122,210
    Medical and Health Services Managers$93,520
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary$101,250
    Sales Managers$120,290
    Industrial Production Managers$104,170

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chief Executives make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Chief Executives in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $67.75, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $188.73 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Chief Executives salaries?

    The median Chief Executives salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 31.7% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Chief Executives (10th percentile) earn around $62,400 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $94,750.