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Average Experienced Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Salary in Arlington, Virginia

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$214,884
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Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$84k
MEDIAN
$215k
90%
$489k

The average salary for a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is $214,884 in 2025

Base Salary
$84k - $489k
Bonus
$40k - $135k
Profit Sharing
$0 - $3k
Total Pay
$89k - $636k
Based on 12 salary profiles (last updated Sep 21 2020)
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What Do Chief Executive Officer (CEO)s Do?

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Tasks
  • Drive strategic planning, business development, and fiscal operations.
  • Establish positive relationships with stakeholders and other business leaders.
  • Determine overarching goals and initiatives.
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Common Health Benefits for a Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Medical
78%
Dental
33%
Vision
33%
None
22%

Gender Breakdown for Chief Executive Officer (CEO)s

Male
85.7%
Female
14.3%
This data is based on 7 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Chief Executive Officer (CEO)s

What is the highest pay for Chief Executive Officer (CEO)s in Arlington?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in Arlington is $489k / year

What is the lowest pay for Chief Executive Officer (CEO)s in Arlington?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in Arlington is $84k / year

How can Chief Executive Officer (CEO)s increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) 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 Executive Officer (CEO) that oversees more junior Chief Executive Officer (CEO)s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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