How much does a Fire Chief make in Jackson, MS?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Fire Chief in Jackson, MS is $86,605. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $79,748 to $99,914, with most professionals earning between $73,504 and $112,031.

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Fire Chief Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $73,504 Jackson,MS March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $79,748 Jackson,MS March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $86,605 Jackson,MS March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $99,914 Jackson,MS March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $112,031 Jackson,MS March 01, 2025
25% $79,748 10% $73,504 90% $112,031 75% $99,914 $86,605 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 Jackson, MS. The base salary for Fire Chief ranges from $79,748 to $99,914 with the average base salary of $86,605. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $79,748 to $99,914 with the average total cash compensation of $86,605.

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About Jackson, Mississippi    Jackson is located primarily in northeastern Hinds County, with small portions in Madison and Rankin counties. The Pearl River forms most of the easte....More

Jackson, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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