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Chief Executives Salary in Virginia
Ranked #9 of 46 · VA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of chief executivess in Virginia earn between $130,000 and $604,090. 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 Virginia is $340,580, about 26.3% above the U.S. average ($269,630). That works out to roughly $164/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Virginia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond, VA | $326,160 | $328,500 | 820 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $317,900 | $352,900 | 180 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $297,350 | $333,240 | 530 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $264,970 | $290,420 | 40 |
| Roanoke, VA | $258,310 | $301,480 | 100 |
| Staunton-Stuarts Draft, VA | $225,760 | $296,540 | 40 |
| Southwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area | $222,760 | $249,280 | 90 |
| Winchester, VA-WV | $221,620 | $274,090 | 90 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do chief executives make in Virginia?
The median chief executives salary in Virginia is $310,740 per year (mean $340,580), and about 80% earn between $130,000 and $604,090.
How much do chief executives make per hour in Virginia?
Roughly $164 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $340,580 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Virginia a high-paying state for chief executives?
Virginia ranks #9 of 46 states for chief executives pay. Its mean salary of $340,580 is about 26.3% above the U.S. average of $269,630.
Which metro areas in Virginia pay chief executives the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Virginia for chief executives are Richmond, VA ($326,160), Charlottesville, VA ($317,900), Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC ($297,350), by median annual wage.