As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Fire Chief in Miami, FL is $85,710, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,648 weekly, or $7,143 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 Miami, FL vary widely, spanning from $63,947 to $109,834. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($74,319) and 75th percentile ($98,337), while top earners (90th percentile) make $109,834 per year. This $24,018 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, Miami Fire Chief often earn 1.5% lower than national averages. However, Miami currently ranks 510 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 $63,947 Miami, FL June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $74,319 Miami, FL June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $85,710 Miami, FL June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $98,337 Miami, FL June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $109,834 Miami, FL June 01, 2026
25% $74,319 10% $63,947 90% $109,834 75% $98,337 $85,710 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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