Vice president salary in United States

The average salary for a Vice President is $190,418 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 9.9k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 14, 2026.

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Vice President salaries typically range between a low of $121,972 and a high of $297,274 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Vice President include Des Moines, IA at $222,995 per year, New York, NY at $207,490 per year, and Atlanta, GA at $183,732 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Vice President include University of Minnesota ($495,000 per year) and California Institute of Technology ($490,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Vice President salary compares to related positions:

• Executive Vice President: Average $206,122 per year
• Senior Vice President: Average $216,164 per year