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Chief Operations Officer

Average Chief Operations Officer Salary

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$112,222
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$57k
MEDIAN
$112k
90%
$248k

The average salary for a Chief Operations Officer is $112,222 in 2025

Base Salary
$57k - $248k
Bonus
$983 - $90k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $126k
Commission
$4k - $50k
Total Pay
$57k - $286k
Based on 321 salary profiles (last updated Mar 04 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Chief Operations Officer

Medical
78%
Dental
59%
Vision
50%
None
20%

Gender Breakdown for Chief Operations Officers

Male
61.0%
Female
39.0%
This data is based on 205 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Chief Operations Officers

What is the highest pay for Chief Operations Officers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Chief Operations Officer is $248k / year

What is the lowest pay for Chief Operations Officers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Chief Operations Officer is $57k / year

How can Chief Operations Officers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Chief Operations Officer 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 Operations Officer that oversees more junior Chief Operations Officers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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