As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Fire Chief in Allen, SD is $78,036, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,501 weekly, or $6,503 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 Allen, SD vary widely, spanning from $58,221 to $100,031. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($67,664) and 75th percentile ($89,549), while top earners (90th percentile) make $100,031 per year. This $21,885 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, Allen Fire Chief often earn 3.7% 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 $58,221 Allen, SD April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $67,664 Allen, SD April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $78,036 Allen, SD April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $89,549 Allen, SD April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $100,031 Allen, SD April 01, 2026
25% $67,664 10% $58,221 90% $100,031 75% $89,549 $78,036 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Allen, South Dakota    Allen Census Designated Place (Lakota: wagmíza wakpála; "corn creek") is a census-designated place in Bennett County, South Dakota, named for the Town....More

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