As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chief Engineer in Alcalde, NM is $275,463, equivalent to $132 per hour, $5,297 weekly, or $22,955 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 Alcalde, NM vary widely, spanning from $226,987 to $308,073. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($250,089) and 75th percentile ($292,532), while top earners (90th percentile) make $308,073 per year. This $42,443 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, Alcalde Chief Engineer often earn 0.4% 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 $226,987 Alcalde, NM April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $250,089 Alcalde, NM April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $275,463 Alcalde, NM April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $292,532 Alcalde, NM April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $308,073 Alcalde, NM April 01, 2026
25% $250,089 10% $226,987 90% $308,073 75% $292,532 $275,463 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 Alcalde, New Mexico    Alcalde is a census-designated place (CDP) in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, United States. The population was 285 at the 2010 census. "Alcalde" liter....More

Alcalde, New Mexico  area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

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