United Arab Emirates
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Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Average Late-Career Chief Information Officer (CIO) Salary in United Arab Emirates

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AED 637,120
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (AED)
10%
AED 70k
MEDIAN
AED 637k
90%
AED 1m

The average salary for a Chief Information Officer (CIO) is AED 637,120 in 2025

Base Salary
AED 70k - AED 1m
Bonus
AED 10k - AED 412k
Profit Sharing
AED 0 - AED 125k
Total Pay
AED 89k - AED 1m
Based on 26 salary profiles (last updated Mar 20 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Medical
81%
Dental
38%
Vision
38%
None
19%

Gender Breakdown for Chief Information Officer (CIO)s

Male
90.9%
Female
9.1%
This data is based on 11 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Chief Information Officer (CIO)s

What is the highest pay for Chief Information Officer (CIO)s?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Chief Information Officer (CIO) is AED 1m / year

What is the lowest pay for Chief Information Officer (CIO)s?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Chief Information Officer (CIO) is AED 70k / year

How can Chief Information Officer (CIO)s increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Chief Information Officer (CIO) is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Chief Information Officer (CIO) that oversees more junior Chief Information Officer (CIO)s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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