How much does a chief executive make in Richmond?
$326,200a year
Median yearly pay for chief executives in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $156.81 an hour or $27,180 a month.
- Hourly
- $156.81
- Vs. national median
- +52%
- Rank among cities
- 14 of 317
- Jobs in the area
- 820
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $130,100Median: $326,200Highest 10%: $558,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $130,100 | $62.56 | |
| 25th | $188,400 | $90.56 | |
| Median | $326,200 | $156.81 | |
| 75th | $401,900 | $193.24 | |
| 90th | $558,600 | $268.56 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for chief executives.
| Charlottesville, VA | $317,900 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $297,400 |
| Roanoke, VA | $258,300 |
| Winchester, VA | $221,600 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $219,400 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $208,000 |
| Kingsport, TN | $189,400 |
Related jobs in Richmond
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $180,600 |
| Marketing Manager | $174,100 |
| Financial Manager | $173,100 |
| Sales Manager | $168,600 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $167,200 |
| Advertising and Promotions Manager | $161,000 |
| Public Relations Manager | $160,500 |
| Compensation and Benefits Manager | $157,400 |
| Human Resources Manager | $152,200 |
| Purchasing Manager | $147,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chief executive make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $156.81 ($326,200 a year).
Do chief executives make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $326,200 against $214,000 nationally, 52% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $310,700, so Richmond pays 5% more.
Where does Richmond rank for chief executive pay?
14 of 317 metro areas with data.
How much does a chief executive make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $130,100 or less a year; the top 10% make $558,600 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.