As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Fire Chief in Dallas, TX is $88,097, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,694 weekly, or $7,341 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 Dallas, TX vary widely, spanning from $65,720 to $113,059. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($76,384) and 75th percentile ($101,163), while top earners (90th percentile) make $113,059 per year. This $24,779 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, Dallas Fire Chief often earn 1.2% lower than national averages. However, Dallas currently ranks 393 statewide for Fire Chief 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
Fire Chief Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $65,720 Dallas, TX July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $76,384 Dallas, TX July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $88,097 Dallas, TX July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $101,163 Dallas, TX July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $113,059 Dallas, TX July 01, 2026
25% $76,384 10% $65,720 90% $113,059 75% $101,163 $88,097 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 Fire Chief in Dallas, TX. The base salary for Fire Chief ranges from $76,384 to $101,163 with the average base salary of $88,097. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $93,302 to $118,459 with the average total cash compensation of $105,592.

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