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Chief Risk Officer (CRO)

Average Late-Career Chief Risk Officer (CRO) with Internal Audit Skills Salary

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$153,896
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$82k
MEDIAN
$154k
90%
$231k

The average salary for a Chief Risk Officer (CRO) is $153,896 in 2025

Base Salary
$82k - $231k
Bonus
$15k - $26k
Profit Sharing
$0 - $4k
Total Pay
$83k - $300k
Based on 10 salary profiles (last updated Sep 08 2022)
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Common Health Benefits for a Chief Risk Officer (CRO)

Medical
100%
Dental
71%
Vision
57%

Gender Breakdown for Chief Risk Officer (CRO)s

Female
60.0%
Male
40.0%
This data is based on 5 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Chief Risk Officer (CRO)s

What is the highest pay for Chief Risk Officer (CRO)s?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Chief Risk Officer (CRO) is $231k / year

What is the lowest pay for Chief Risk Officer (CRO)s?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Chief Risk Officer (CRO) is $82k / year

How can Chief Risk Officer (CRO)s increase their salary?

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

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