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Chief technology officer salary in United States, 2026

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

Average base salary

$176,782
Average $176,782
Low $103,137
High $303,013

The average salary for a chief technology officer is $176,782 per year in the United States. 604 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 29, 2026).

Chief Technology Officer job openings in United States

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Chief Technology Officer
ShipperHQ4out of 5 stars.
Austin, TX
Full-time
2 days ago

Highest paying companies for Chief Technology Officer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Corporate Tools
 
$400,000per year
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Ahead
 
$400,000per year
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Rothy's
 
$387,500per year
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Xponential Fitness
 
$375,000per year
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National Life Group
 
$370,000per year
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State Street
 
$356,250per year
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Highest paying cities for Chief Technology Officers near United States

  1. Chicago, IL
    $230,955 per year
  2. San Francisco, CA
    $189,709 per year
  3. Washington, DC
    $186,087 per year
  4. San Diego, CA
    $181,499 per year
  5. New York, NY
    $181,434 per year

Where can a Chief Technology Officer earn more?

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