Overview
Chief Information Officer Salary Overview
- Bottom 25% Average
$0
Early-stage startups
- Middle 50% Average
$69,887
Growth companies
- Top 25% Average
$235,000
Late-stage/public companies
Chief Information Officers at SaaS companies earn an average of $174,459, with typical salaries ranging from $69,887 to $235,000. Based on 30 real salary data points from SaaS companies.
Quartile bands
Detailed Chief Information Officer Compensation Breakdown
Top 25%
$235,000
19 salaries
Middle 50%
$69,887
11 salaries
Bottom 25%
$0
0 salaries
Percentile Band | Average Base Salary | # of salaries |
|---|---|---|
| Top 25% | $235,000 | 19 salaries |
| Middle 50% | $69,887 | 11 salaries |
| Bottom 25% | $0 | 0 salaries |
Key insights
What Drives Higher Chief Information Officer Pay?
Years of experience and proven track record
Company stage and funding (later stage typically pays more)
Technical expertise and specialization
Location and remote work policies
Chief Information Officer Compensation Structure
Base salary is primary component
Equity grants common at growth-stage companies
Performance bonuses typically 10-20% of base
Benefits packages vary by company stage
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