As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chief Engineer in Abbeville, MS is $275,375, equivalent to $132 per hour, $5,296 weekly, or $22,948 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Chief Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Chief Engineer in Abbeville, MS vary widely, spanning from $226,914 to $307,973. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($250,008) and 75th percentile ($292,438), while top earners (90th percentile) make $307,973 per year. This $42,430 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Housekeeping, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Abbeville Chief Engineer often earn 4.2% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Chief Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $226,914 Abbeville, MS April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $250,008 Abbeville, MS April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $275,375 Abbeville, MS April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $292,438 Abbeville, MS April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $307,973 Abbeville, MS April 01, 2026
25% $250,008 10% $226,914 90% $307,973 75% $292,438 $275,375 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Chief Engineer ?

A chief engineer, commonly referred to as "ChEng" or "Chief", is the seniormost engine officer of an engine department on a ship, typically a merchant ship, and holds overall leadership and responsibility of that department. As a person who holds one of the most senior roles on the ship, he or she must have excellent communication and leadership skills. He or she will be expected to regularly work alongside other crew members and external consultants, and most importantly, provide guidance his or her team. To be a chief engineer, an engineer must attain a chief engineer's license appropriate ...

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About Abbeville, Mississippi    Abbeville is a town in Lafayette County, Mississippi. The population was 419 at the 2010 census. According to the United States Census Bureau, the tow....More

Abbeville, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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