As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Fire Chief in Alamo, CA is $106,007, equivalent to $51 per hour, $2,039 weekly, or $8,834 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Fire Chief in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Fire Chief in Alamo, CA vary widely, spanning from $79,089 to $135,962. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($91,917) and 75th percentile ($121,686), while top earners (90th percentile) make $135,962 per year. This $29,769 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Emergency Services, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alamo Fire Chief often earn 7.7% higher 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
Fire Chief Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $79,089 Alamo, CA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $91,917 Alamo, CA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $106,007 Alamo, CA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $121,686 Alamo, CA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $135,962 Alamo, CA May 01, 2026
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About Alamo, California    Alamo is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Contra Costa County, California, in the United States. It is a suburb locate....More

Alamo, California  area prices were up 4.5% from a year ago

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