As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Chief Engineer in Narragansett, RI is $309,894, equivalent to $149 per hour, $5,960 weekly, or $25,825 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 Narragansett, RI vary widely, spanning from $252,611 to $346,788. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($279,910) and 75th percentile ($329,206), while top earners (90th percentile) make $346,788 per year. This $49,296 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, Narragansett Chief Engineer often earn 0.8% higher than national averages. However, Narragansett currently ranks 220 statewide for Chief Engineer job salary. 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 $252,611 Narragansett, RI September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $279,910 Narragansett, RI September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $309,894 Narragansett, RI September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $329,206 Narragansett, RI September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Chief Engineer Salary $346,788 Narragansett, RI September 01, 2026
25% $279,910 10% $252,611 90% $346,788 75% $329,206 $309,894 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 Narragansett, RI. The base salary for Chief Engineer ranges from $279,910 to $329,206 with the average base salary of $309,894. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $369,357 to $514,072 with the average total cash compensation of $431,983.

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About Narragansett, Rhode Island    Narragansett is a town in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States. The population was 15,868 at the 2010 census. However, during the summer mon....More

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