Chief Executives Salary in Washington
Chief Executives in Washington earn a median of $339,810 a year, +59% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $339,810
- vs. U.S. median
- +59% ($213,990)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 3,170
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $160,110; the top 10% earn over $607,100. Nationally the range is $75,700 to $507,730.
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Chief Executives pay in Washington
How much do chief executives make in Washington?
The median is $339,810 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $160,110 and the top 10% earn over $607,100. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for chief executives?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 46 (+59% vs. the national median of $213,990). Living costs are not included.