As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Fire Chief in Alcester, SD is $79,503, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,529 weekly, or $6,625 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Fire Chief in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Fire Chief in Alcester, SD vary widely, spanning from $59,366 to $101,603. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,962) and 75th percentile ($91,071), while top earners (90th percentile) make $101,603 per year. This $22,109 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, Alcester Fire Chief often earn 1.9% 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
Fire Chief Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $59,366 Alcester, SD March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $68,962 Alcester, SD March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $79,503 Alcester, SD March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $91,071 Alcester, SD March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $101,603 Alcester, SD March 01, 2026
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About Alcester, South Dakota    Alcester is a city in Union County, South Dakota, United States. It is part of the Sioux City, IA–NE–SD Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population ....More

Alcester, South Dakota  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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