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Chief Executives Salary in Texas
Ranked #11 of 46 · TX
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of chief executivess in Texas earn between $121,130 and $558,550. 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 Texas is $310,660, about 15.2% above the U.S. average ($269,630). That works out to roughly $149/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Texas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland, TX | $389,330 | $400,240 | 100 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX | $320,060 | $344,480 | 2,580 |
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX | $288,150 | $338,600 | 950 |
| Odessa, TX | $281,480 | $350,570 | 50 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $275,270 | $340,640 | 1,920 |
| San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX | $256,610 | $311,910 | 560 |
| Tyler, TX | $237,880 | $280,590 | 50 |
| Corpus Christi, TX | $229,340 | $263,880 | 90 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do chief executives make in Texas?
The median chief executives salary in Texas is $257,850 per year (mean $310,660), and about 80% earn between $121,130 and $558,550.
How much do chief executives make per hour in Texas?
Roughly $149 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $310,660 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Texas a high-paying state for chief executives?
Texas ranks #11 of 46 states for chief executives pay. Its mean salary of $310,660 is about 15.2% above the U.S. average of $269,630.
Which metro areas in Texas pay chief executives the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Texas for chief executives are Midland, TX ($389,330), Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX ($320,060), Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX ($288,150), by median annual wage.