Chief Executives Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $199,990 -3.1% vs national
Median hourly $96.15
10th percentile $102,710
90th percentile —
Employed locally 90
National median $206,420

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $102,710
    25th
    $125,760
    50th (median)
    $199,990

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $77,380
    Construction Managers $98,850
    Medical and Health Services Managers $98,180
    Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $81,070
    Managers, All Other $93,620
    Industrial Production Managers $106,650

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chief Executives make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Chief Executives in Western North Carolina is $96.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $230.09 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Chief Executives salaries?

    The median Chief Executives salary in Western North Carolina is 3.1% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Chief Executives (10th percentile) earn around $102,710 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $125,760.