As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Fire Chief in Warren, MI is $88,818, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,708 weekly, or $7,402 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 Warren, MI vary widely, spanning from $66,266 to $113,816. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($77,013) and 75th percentile ($101,903), while top earners (90th percentile) make $113,816 per year. This $24,890 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, Warren Fire Chief often earn 1.1% lower than national averages. However, Warren currently ranks 362 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 $66,266 Warren, MI June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $77,013 Warren, MI June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $88,818 Warren, MI June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $101,903 Warren, MI June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Fire Chief Salary $113,816 Warren, MI June 01, 2026
25% $77,013 10% $66,266 90% $113,816 75% $101,903 $88,818 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Warren, Michigan    Warren is a city in Macomb County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The 2010 census places the city's population at 134,056, making Warren the largest ci....More

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