How much does a Battalion Chief make in Lowell, MA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Battalion Chief in Lowell, MA is $133,197. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $125,863 to $141,378, with most professionals earning between $119,186 and $148,826.

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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 Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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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 Lowell, MA. The base salary for Battalion Chief ranges from $125,863 to $141,378 with the average base salary of $133,197. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $125,863 to $141,378 with the average total cash compensation of $133,197.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $133,197 $125,863 - $141,378
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $133,197 $125,863 - $141,378
* 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.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Lowell, MA
CITY, STATE Medford, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $129,982 - $146,004 COMPARE TO Lowell, MA
CITY, STATE Methuen, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $123,210 - $138,398 COMPARE TO Lowell, MA
CITY, STATE Lawrence, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $123,210 - $138,398 COMPARE TO Lowell, MA
CITY, STATE Newton, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $129,982 - $146,004 COMPARE TO Lowell, MA
CITY, STATE Nashua, NH AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $125,055 - $140,471 COMPARE TO Lowell, MA
CITY, STATE Salem, NH AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $123,210 - $138,398 COMPARE TO Lowell, MA
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Fire Battalion Chief LOCATION Lowell, MA MINIMUM SALARY $93,800 MAXIMUM SALARY $117,500
JOB TITLE Battalion Commander LOCATION Lowell, MA MINIMUM SALARY $54,253 MAXIMUM SALARY $71,961
JOB TITLE Chief Librarian LOCATION Lowell, MA MINIMUM SALARY $134,441 MAXIMUM SALARY $191,201
JOB TITLE Chief of Staff LOCATION Lowell, MA MINIMUM SALARY $247,963 MAXIMUM SALARY $377,843
JOB TITLE Chief of Anesthesiology LOCATION Lowell, MA MINIMUM SALARY $348,200 MAXIMUM SALARY $482,000
JOB TITLE Chief of Police LOCATION Lowell, MA MINIMUM SALARY $125,300 MAXIMUM SALARY $140,700
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About Lowell, Massachusetts    Lowell is a city in the U.S. Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Located in Middlesex County, Lowell (along with Cambridge) was a county seat until Massach....More

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