How much does a chief executive make in Portland?
$375,800a year
Median yearly pay for chief executives in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $180.68 an hour or $31,320 a month.
- Hourly
- $180.68
- Vs. national median
- +76%
- Rank among cities
- 6 of 317
- Jobs in the area
- 690
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $191,900Median: $375,800Highest 10%: $772,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $191,900 | $92.25 | |
| 25th | $222,200 | $106.83 | |
| Median | $375,800 | $180.68 | |
| 75th | $545,900 | $262.43 | |
| 90th | $772,900 | $371.56 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for chief executives.
| Eugene, OR | $274,500 |
| Salem, OR | $261,700 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $183,700 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $178,300 |
| Marketing Manager | $172,600 |
| Compensation and Benefits Manager | $168,500 |
| Natural Sciences Manager | $165,200 |
| Financial Manager | $164,700 |
| Sales Manager | $162,600 |
| Advertising and Promotions Manager | $154,500 |
| Medical and Health Services Manager | $151,300 |
| Purchasing Manager | $149,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chief executive make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $180.68 ($375,800 a year).
Do chief executives make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $375,800 against $214,000 nationally, 76% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $341,600, so Portland pays 10% more.
Where does Portland rank for chief executive pay?
6 of 317 metro areas with data.
How much does a chief executive make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $191,900 or less a year; the top 10% make $772,900 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.