Chief Technology Officer Salary in 2026
Lead technology strategy, innovation, and engineering teams at the executive level.
Median Salary
$260,000
$21,667/mo
Entry Level
$180,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$380,000
experienced
Job Growth
+8%
10-yr outlook
Chief Technology Officer Overview
Lead technology strategy, innovation, and engineering teams at the executive level.
Education
Master's Degree
Experience
15+ years
Industry
Technology
Total Jobs (US)
30K
5-Year Growth
+5%
Category
Technology
Hourly Rate
$125.00/hr
Monthly Pay
$21,667
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Chief Technology Officer Salary
$312,000
$26,000/month · $12,000/biweekly · $150.00/hr
Chief Technology Officer Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Chief Technology Officer field.
Entry-level Chief Technology Officers earn around $180,000, while the top 10% earn $465,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Chief Technology Officers
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $307,000 | +$47,000 |
| New York | $299,000 | +$39,000 |
| Washington | $291,000 | +$31,000 |
| Massachusetts | $291,000 | +$31,000 |
| Texas | $255,000 | $-5,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Chief Technology Officers
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | $325,000 | +$65,000 |
| New York | $307,000 | +$47,000 |
| Seattle | $296,000 | +$36,000 |
| Boston | $291,000 | +$31,000 |
| Austin | $268,000 | +$8,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Chief Technology Officer Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Chief Technology Officer from entry level to expert.
$180,000
0-2 years
$280,000
3-7 years
$380,000
8-14 years
$550,000
15+ years
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