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Chief academic officer salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Chief Academic Officer make in the United States?

Average base salary

$130,564
Average $130,564
Low $72,815
High $234,116

The average salary for a chief academic officer is $130,564 per year in the United States. 105 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 8, 2026).

Chief Academic Officer job openings in United States

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Alabama State Department of Education4.5out of 5 stars.
Montgomery, AL
$129,813 - $157,365 a year
6 months ago

Highest paying companies for Chief Academic Officer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Strategic Education, Inc.
 
$350,000per year
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Capella University
 
$350,000per year
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University of Maryland Global ...
 
$335,000per year
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Pittsburgh Public Schools
 
$326,560per year
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KIPP
 
$275,000per year
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Westcliff University
 
$275,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Chief Academic Officers near United States

  1. New York, NY
    $260,722 per year
  2. Brooklyn, NY
    $190,000 per year
  3. Oakland, CA
    $187,416 per year
  4. Jackson, MI
    $174,114 per year
  5. Denver, CO
    $170,527 per year

Where can a Chief Academic Officer earn more?

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