How much does a Chief Executives make per hour in Western Washington?

Chief Executives Salary in Western Washington

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

Median annual salary $218,350 +5.8% vs national

Median hourly $104.98

10th percentile $109,120

90th percentile —

Employed locally 180

National median $206,420

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Chief Executives

Western Washington

Salary percentile breakdown

10th

$109,120

25th

$142,120

50th (median)

$218,350

Top-paying metros for Chief Executives

Metro area	Median 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 Washington

Occupation	Median salary
General and Operations Managers	$105,940
Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary	$140,280
Medical and Health Services Managers	$126,800
Financial Managers	$157,320
Legislators	$98,480
Social and Community Service Managers	$90,130

Frequently asked questions

How much do Chief Executives make per hour in Western Washington?

The median hourly wage for Chief Executives in Western Washington is $104.98, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $204.31 or more per hour.

Is Western Washington above or below average for Chief Executives salaries?

The median Chief Executives salary in Western Washington is 5.8% above 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 Washington?

Entry-level Chief Executives (10th percentile) earn around $109,120 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $142,120.