Chief Executives pay in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell
In Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell (GA), the median pay for chief executives is $132.61 an hour ($275,820 a year). About 2,350 people work in this job there.
That is 29% higher than the U.S. median ($213,990). It is 32% higher than the Georgia median ($208,180).
Pay range for chief executives in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell (GA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $46.68 | $97,090 |
| 25% of workers | $72.11 | $149,990 |
| Half of workers (median) | $132.61 | $275,820 |
| 75% of workers | $200.98 | $418,050 |
| 90% of workers | $279.81 | $581,990 |
Chief Executives pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell (this page) | $275,820 | 2,350 |
| Dalton | $242,760 | 40 |
| Savannah | $197,840 | 130 |
| Columbus | $169,630 | 70 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $164,460 | 50 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $144,980 | 120 |
| Valdosta | $133,570 | 60 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $123,170 | 70 |
| Rome | $106,740 | 30 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for chief executives
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: Over 10 years (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: 5 years or more (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.2% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 19,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell (GA)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| General and Operations Managers | $111,410 |
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