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Chief Medical Examiner

Average Chief Medical Examiner Salary

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$100,586
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$37k
MEDIAN
$101k
90%
$300k

The average salary for a Chief Medical Examiner is $100,586 in 2025

Base Salary
$37k - $300k
Bonus
$507 - $197k
Profit Sharing
$2k - $25k
Total Pay
$34k - $294k
Based on 52 salary profiles (last updated Mar 03 2021)
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Common Health Benefits for a Chief Medical Examiner

Medical
78%
Dental
70%
Vision
70%
None
22%

Gender Breakdown for Chief Medical Examiners

Female
64.7%
Male
35.3%
This data is based on 17 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Chief Medical Examiners

What is the highest pay for Chief Medical Examiners?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Chief Medical Examiner is $300k / year

What is the lowest pay for Chief Medical Examiners?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Chief Medical Examiner is $37k / year

How can Chief Medical Examiners increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Chief Medical Examiner 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 Medical Examiner that oversees more junior Chief Medical Examiners, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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