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Chief Technology Officer (CTO) salary by location
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) salary by location. Compare median pay, P25–P75 ranges and five-year outlooks across 4 benchmarked locations.
Also known as: CTO, Chief Technology Officer, Technology Director.
Benchmarks
Chief Technology Officer (CTO) pay in 4 locations
| Location | Currency | Median | P25 – P75 | Outlook | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | INR | ₹39.6L | ₹26.8L – ₹63.2L | Growing | Oct 29, 2026 |
| United States | USD | $79.2K | $63.3K – $91.8K | Growing | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Kathmandu, Nepal | USD | $179.7K | $152.8K – $206.7K | Growing | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Sao Tome and Principe | USD | $185.2K | $129.6K – $185.2K | Growing | Oct 29, 2026 |
India
United States
Kathmandu, Nepal
Sao Tome and PrincipeWhat the numbers mean
P50 is the modelled median. P25–P75 is the middle half of the estimate. Each report breaks pay down by entry, mid, senior and executive experience, and shows the base, bonus and equity split. Figures are annual and in the local currency.
How to compare
Pay is not directly comparable across countries without adjusting for purchasing power. Open a location hub for cost-of-living context, or use the relocation calculator.
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