Battalion Chief Salary in Bangor, ME

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How much does a Battalion Chief make in Bangor, ME?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Battalion Chief in Bangor, ME is $117,302. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $110,842 to $124,497, with most professionals earning between $104,960 and $131,047.

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What is a Battalion Chief?

A Battalion Chief is the rank and title of a subordinate fire chief or commanding officer in the firefighting command structure. The title of Battalion Chief is usually synonymous with firefighting in the United States and Canada. A Battalion Chief is the lowest chief officer in a fire department's rank structure, above rank-and-file fire station and fire company officers. A Battalion Chief commands a firefighting battalion, similar to a military battalion. A battalion consists of several fire stations and multiple fire companies. A Battalion Chief has command over each fire station's office...

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Average Salary Range for Battalion Chief in Bangor, ME

Average Base Salary

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117302

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
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What is the average salary for Battalion Chief in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Battalion Chief in Bangor, ME. The base salary for Battalion Chief ranges from $110,842 to $124,497 with the average base salary of $117,302. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $110,842 to $124,497 with the average total cash compensation of $117,302.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $117,302 $110,842 - $124,497
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $117,302 $110,842 - $124,497
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Battalion Chief Salary Near Bangor, ME

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Bangor, ME
CITY, STATE Augusta, ME AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,497 - $126,355 COMPARE TO Bangor, ME
CITY, STATE Auburn, ME AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $115,320 - $129,527 COMPARE TO Bangor, ME
CITY, STATE Lewiston, ME AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $115,320 - $129,527 COMPARE TO Bangor, ME
CITY, STATE Portland, ME AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $116,477 - $130,826 COMPARE TO Bangor, ME
CITY, STATE South Portland, ME AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $116,477 - $130,826 COMPARE TO Bangor, ME
CITY, STATE Westbrook, ME AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $116,477 - $130,826 COMPARE TO Bangor, ME
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About Bangor, Maine    Bangor is located at 44°48′N 68°48′W / 44.8°N 68.8°W / 44.8; -68.8. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 34.5....More

Bangor, Maine  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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