CIO pay is on the rise, driven by the increasing importance of artificial intelligence in the tech industry. Data from Janco Associates reveals a 7.48% increase in CIO compensation at large enterprises and 9% at midsize enterprises over the past year, mirroring the demand for leaders proficient in AI. With median base salaries now over $220,000 for large enterprises and near $210,000 for midsize ones, total compensation packages can range between $1.5 million and $1.8 million. This rise in pay also aligns with more CIOs reporting directly to the CEO, signifying their growing leadership roles within companies.
