As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chief Engineer in Alachua, FL is $267,673, equivalent to $129 per hour, $5,148 weekly, or $22,306 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 Alachua, FL vary widely, spanning from $220,568 to $299,361. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($243,017) and 75th percentile ($284,260), while top earners (90th percentile) make $299,361 per year. This $41,243 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, Alachua Chief Engineer often earn 4.5% 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 $220,568 Alachua, FL April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $243,017 Alachua, FL April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $267,673 Alachua, FL April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $284,260 Alachua, FL April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $299,361 Alachua, FL April 01, 2026
25% $243,017 10% $220,568 90% $299,361 75% $284,260 $267,673 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chief Engineer in Alachua, FL. The base salary for Chief Engineer ranges from $243,017 to $284,260 with the average base salary of $267,673. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $315,306 to $438,866 with the average total cash compensation of $368,771.

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About Alachua, Florida    Alachua (/əˈlætʃueɪ/ ə-LATCH-oo-ay) is a city in Alachua County, Florida, United States. According to the 2010 U.S. Census, the city's population was ....More

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