How much does a chief executive make in Atlanta?
$275,800a year
Median yearly pay for chief executives in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $132.61 an hour or $22,990 a month.
- Hourly
- $132.61
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among cities
- 39 of 317
- Jobs in the area
- 2,350
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $97,090Median: $275,800Highest 10%: $582,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $97,090 | $46.68 | |
| 25th | $150,000 | $72.11 | |
| Median | $275,800 | $132.61 | |
| 75th | $418,100 | $200.99 | |
| 90th | $582,000 | $279.80 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for chief executives.
| Chattanooga, TN | $210,000 |
| Savannah, GA | $197,800 |
| Columbus, GA | $169,600 |
| Athens, GA | $164,500 |
| Augusta, GA | $145,000 |
| Valdosta, GA | $133,600 |
| Macon, GA | $123,200 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $178,000 |
| Financial Manager | $171,200 |
| Sales Manager | $166,900 |
| Compensation and Benefits Manager | $166,100 |
| Purchasing Manager | $165,900 |
| Marketing Manager | $163,500 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $162,400 |
| Human Resources Manager | $161,300 |
| Advertising and Promotions Manager | $146,600 |
| Medical and Health Services Manager | $137,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chief executive make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $132.61 ($275,800 a year).
Do chief executives make more in Atlanta than the national average?
Yes: $275,800 against $214,000 nationally, 29% more.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $208,200, so Atlanta pays 32% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for chief executive pay?
39 of 317 metro areas with data.
How much does a chief executive make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $97,090 or less a year; the top 10% make $582,000 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.