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Chief Executives Salary in Connecticut
Ranked #2 of 46 · CT
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of chief executivess in Connecticut earn between $156,680 and $680,080. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean chief executives salary in Connecticut is $376,840, about 39.8% above the U.S. average ($269,630). That works out to roughly $181/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Connecticut
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $388,060 | $447,290 | 480 |
| New Haven, CT | $311,110 | $361,010 | 270 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT | $254,180 | $344,100 | 470 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT | $250,670 | $348,910 | 90 |
| Waterbury-Shelton, CT | $248,810 | $337,450 | 130 |
| Connecticut nonmetropolitan area | $170,110 | $244,900 | 80 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do chief executives make in Connecticut?
The median chief executives salary in Connecticut is $295,120 per year (mean $376,840), and about 80% earn between $156,680 and $680,080.
How much do chief executives make per hour in Connecticut?
Roughly $181 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $376,840 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Connecticut a high-paying state for chief executives?
Connecticut ranks #2 of 46 states for chief executives pay. Its mean salary of $376,840 is about 39.8% above the U.S. average of $269,630.
Which metro areas in Connecticut pay chief executives the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Connecticut for chief executives are Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT ($388,060), New Haven, CT ($311,110), Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT ($254,180), by median annual wage.