President salary in the United States

Average salary

$140,500/yr

Based on 3,438 income tax records

$34,500

$530,500

Age:

Average salary by age

18-25

26-35

36-45

46-55

56+

$61K

$104K

$141K

$158K

$145K

$34,500

$530,500

How much do Presidents make?

The average total salary for a President is $140,500 per year. This is based on data from 3,438 TurboTax users who reported their occupation as President and includes taxable wages, tips, bonuses, and more. President salary can vary between $34,500 to $530,500 depending on factors including education, skills, experience, employer & location. Read more

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Based on income reported to the IRS in box 1 of W-2.

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820 income tax records

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2,168 income tax records

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President salary by location

President salary by company

President demographics in United States

33% are single

67% are married

49% have kids

71% own a home

Effective Tax Rates for Presidents in United States

3,438 full-time salaries from 2019

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What is the average salary for a president in the United States?

The average salary for a president in the United States is $140,500 per year. President salaries in the United States can vary between $34,500 to $530,500 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.

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Where is this data coming from?

This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 3,438 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as president.

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Which cities offer the highest salaries for presidents in the United States?

The following cities offer the highest salaries for presidents in the United States: Greenville Metro Area, SC ($220,500 a year), Virginia Beach Metro Area, VA ($205,500 a year), and Knoxville Metro Area, TN ($201,500 a year).

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Total salary ranges shown here exclude outliers.