As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chief Engineer in Ackerly, TX is $263,584, equivalent to $127 per hour, $5,069 weekly, or $21,965 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Chief Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Chief Engineer in Ackerly, TX vary widely, spanning from $215,785 to $294,965. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($238,564) and 75th percentile ($280,010), while top earners (90th percentile) make $294,965 per year. This $41,446 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, Ackerly Chief Engineer often earn 8.8% 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 $215,785 Ackerly, TX May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $238,564 Ackerly, TX May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $263,584 Ackerly, TX May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $280,010 Ackerly, TX May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $294,965 Ackerly, TX May 01, 2026
25% $238,564 10% $215,785 90% $294,965 75% $280,010 $263,584 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 Ackerly, Texas    Ackerly is a city in Dawson and Martin Counties in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 Census, the population was 220. Ackerly is located at 32°31....More

Ackerly, Texas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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