What are the main factors that influence a Battalion Chief's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Battalion Chief's salary?

A Battalion Chief's salary grows with experience: a Criminal Investigator (0-0 years)earns $76,225, a Police Sergeant (0-5 years)earns $83,822, a Police Lieutenant (5+ years)earns $107,575, a Battalion Chief (5-10 years)earns $130,995,

What are the highest paying states for a Battalion Chief?

Battalion Chief salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Battalion Chief roles are District of Columbia $144,276, California $143,729, Massachusetts $141,813. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Battalion Chief roles make?

Salaries for Battalion Chief level roles vary by specialization: Chief of Surgery: $473,975; Chief of Anesthesiology: $384,800; Chief of Staff: $228,706; Chief Geophysicist: $192,100; Chief Meteorologist: $137,307.

Battalion Chief Salary in Delaware

How much does a Battalion Chief make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Battalion Chief in Delaware is $131,962 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

However, a Battalion Chief's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $157,088
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $119,065 to $145,114
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $107,323

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Battalion Chief Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$145,114	$12,093	$2,791	$70
Average	$131,962	$10,997	$2,538	$63
25th Percentile	$119,065	$9,922	$2,290	$57

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Key Factors That Influence Battalion Chief Salaries

A Battalion Chief's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Battalion Chief Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Battalion Chieves. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $144,276.
California: $143,729.
Massachusetts: $141,813.

District of Columbia $144,276 California $143,729 Massachusetts $141,813 Washington $141,292 New Jersey $141,240 Alaska $141,057 Connecticut $139,259 New York $138,529

Hawaii $136,197 Rhode Island $135,102 Maryland $134,360 Minnesota $133,343 Colorado $132,952 Illinois $132,822 Oregon $132,327 Delaware $131,962

New Hampshire $131,733 Virginia $131,219 Pennsylvania $129,721 Nevada $128,965 North Dakota $128,717 Michigan $128,326 Wisconsin $128,183 Vermont $127,896

Texas $127,101 Maine $127,049 Arizona $126,971 Ohio $126,880 Georgia $125,681 Indiana $125,082 Wyoming $124,964 Utah $124,782

Iowa $124,704 Kansas $124,078 Louisiana $123,896 North Carolina $123,831 Missouri $123,805 Florida $123,296 Montana $123,023 Nebraska $122,762

Kentucky $122,619 South Carolina $122,098 Tennessee $121,772 Idaho $121,642 New Mexico $120,690 Oklahoma $120,482 Alabama $119,713 South Dakota $118,423

Arkansas $117,719 West Virginia $117,341 Mississippi $116,208

Top Paying Cities for Battalion Chieves

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $131,368
Little Creek: $132,329
Magnolia: $132,139

Lincoln, DE $131,368 Little Creek, DE $132,329 Magnolia, DE $132,139 Milford, DE $131,701 Marydel, DE $131,918 Millsboro, DE $130,817 Millville, DE $131,018 Milton, DE $131,245

Nassau, DE $131,340 Ocean View, DE $130,996 Rehoboth Beach, DE $131,248 Seaford, DE $131,322 Selbyville, DE $130,779 Smyrna, DE $132,421 Viola, DE $131,811 Woodside, DE $132,165

Bear, DE $131,860 Newark, DE $131,811 Claymont, DE $132,080 Delaware City, DE $131,942 Hockessin, DE $131,799 Kirkwood, DE $131,918 Middletown, DE $131,968 Montchanin, DE $131,829

New Castle, DE $131,849 Odessa, DE $132,034 Port Penn, DE $132,122 Rockland, DE $131,842 Saint Georges, DE $131,927 Townsend, DE $132,130 Winterthur, DE $131,858 Lewes, DE $131,296

Wilmington, DE $131,806 Dover, DE $132,329 Dover Afb, DE $131,632 Bethany Beach, DE $130,858 Bethel, DE $130,994 Bridgeville, DE $131,303 Camden Wyoming, DE $131,957 Cheswold, DE $132,286

Clayton, DE $132,290 Dagsboro, DE $130,767 Delmar, DE $130,557 Ellendale, DE $130,953 Felton, DE $131,691 Fenwick Island, DE $130,796 Frankford, DE $130,568 Frederica, DE $131,821

Georgetown, DE $130,717 Greenwood, DE $131,323 Harbeson, DE $130,857 Harrington, DE $131,524 Hartly, DE $131,933 Houston, DE $131,336 Kenton, DE $132,297 Laurel, DE $130,639

Yorklyn, DE $131,838

Battalion Chief Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Battalion Chief's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$119,065

Average $131,962/year

$145,114

$9,922

Average $10,997/month

$12,093

$2,290

Average $2,538/week

$2,791

$57

Average $63/hour

$70

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$145,114	$12,093	$2,791	$70
Average	$131,962	$10,997	$2,538	$63
25th Percentile	$119,065	$9,922	$2,290	$57

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