Battalion Chief Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does a Battalion Chief make in Chicago, IL?

As of May 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Battalion Chief in Chicago, IL is $126,782. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $119,803 to $134,554, with most professionals earning between $113,448 and $141,630.

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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 Chicago, IL

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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 Chicago, IL. The base salary for Battalion Chief ranges from $119,803 to $134,554 with the average base salary of $126,782. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $119,803 to $134,554 with the average total cash compensation of $126,782.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $126,782 $119,803 - $134,554
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $126,782 $119,803 - $134,554
* 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 Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $119,803 - $134,554 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $119,803 - $134,554 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL 0%
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $119,664 - $134,398 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $119,756 - $134,502 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $119,756 - $134,502 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $117,299 - $131,742 COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
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