As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Fire Chief in Alliance, NC is $80,134, equivalent to $39 per hour, $1,541 weekly, or $6,678 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 Alliance, NC vary widely, spanning from $59,786 to $102,778. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($69,483) and 75th percentile ($91,987), while top earners (90th percentile) make $102,778 per year. This $22,504 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, Alliance Fire Chief often earn 5.5% 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 $59,786 Alliance, NC May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $69,483 Alliance, NC May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $80,134 Alliance, NC May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $91,987 Alliance, NC May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $102,778 Alliance, NC May 01, 2026
25% $69,483 10% $59,786 90% $102,778 75% $91,987 $80,134 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Alliance, North Carolina    Alliance is a town in Pamlico County, North Carolina, United States. Its name is derived from the Farmers Alliance Movement from around 1874, two year....More

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