Tim Cook Annual Salary
Tim Cook receives a base salary of one million dollars per year as Apple CEO. This figure is set by Apple's board of directors and remains modest compared with many other large company executives.
Total Compensation and Stock Awards
Cook's total compensation is dominated by performance-based stock awards. In his most recent reported fiscal year, his total compensation was several million dollars, including equity grants tied to Apple's stock performance. The bulk of his pay comes from these long-term incentives rather than cash salary.
Comparison and Context
Cook's pay is often compared with other S&P 500 CEOs. While his base salary is low, the value of his equity awards can be substantial when Apple's share price rises. For more details on executive compensation, see Apple's SEC filings.
