Chief Executive Salary in Vermont (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Chief Executives in Vermont, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Vermont Median
$175,070
per year
Hourly Rate
$84.17
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-18% vs US median
US median $213,990
State Rank
#30 of 46
360 employed here

How much does a Chief Executive make in Vermont?

Chief Executives in Vermont take home a median of $175,070 annually — roughly $84.17 an hour — which runs 18% below the national median of $213,990.

Within Vermont, entry-level pay starts around $108,300 while the top 10% make $428,080 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $138,160 and $303,920 a year.

Chief Executive salary range in Vermont

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$108,300$52.07
25th percentile (early career)$138,160$66.42
50th percentile (median)$175,070$84.17
75th percentile (experienced)$303,920$146.12
90th percentile (top earners)$428,080$205.81

How Vermont compares

Vermont ranks 30th out of 46 states and territories for Chief Executive pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Oregon$341,630
2Washington$339,810
3Illinois$331,920
4North Carolina$314,290
5Virginia$310,740

Working as a Chief Executive in Vermont

Nationally, about 204,000 people work as Chief Executives in the United States. A master's degree (usually 5 to 6 years of college) is typically required.

Considering a move? Compare Vermont pay ($175,070) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Chief Executive make in Vermont?
The median Chief Executive salary in Vermont is $175,070 per year, or about $84.17 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $108,300 at the entry level to $428,080 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Vermont pay compare to the national average?
Vermont pays Chief Executives about 18% less than the national median of $213,990. Vermont ranks 30th out of 46 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Vermont a good state for Chief Executives?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $175,070 a year. About 360 Chief Executives are employed in Vermont. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Vermont?
The highest-paying occupations in Vermont include Surgeon, All Other ($438,530), Anesthesiologist ($434,780), Neurologist ($434,730), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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