How much does a Deputy Fire Chief make? The average Deputy Fire Chief salary is $91,467 as of February 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $83,920 and $105,591. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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City of Spokane - Spokane , WA
CLASS SUMMARY The Deputy Fire Chief performs responsible command and administrative duties assisting the Chief and Assistant Chief. EXAMPLES OF JOB FUNCTIONS * Assists in planning, organizing and ...
Latpro - Diversity Jobs - 23 days ago
Company located in Rhode Island - Warwick , RI
Provide principal support for the Fire Chief, with specific emphasis on training and administration. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other related duties may be assigned
ZipRecruiter - 7 days ago
City of Haines City - Haines City , FL
Under the direction of the Fire Chief, assists in providing administrative direction and leadership for all Department operations, equipment, and personnel. Manages daily operations necessary to ...
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Haltom City - Haltom City , TX
Under general direction of the Fire Chief plans, coordinates, manages and directs personnel and equipment within the Operations Division of the Fire Department; supervises assigned personnel ...
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The City of Watertown - Watertown , WI
DEPUTY CHIEF-FIRE DEPARTMENT Are you looking for the next step in supporting protective services in our community? The City of Watertown Fire Department has a leadership opening in the role of Deputy ...
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Monroe Ambulance - Rochester , NY
The Deputy Chief of System Operations is a senior level management position responsible for the ... Maintains rapport and collaborates regularly with partnered EMS, Fire and Police to ensure optimal ...
ZipRecruiter - 33 days ago

Deputy Fire Chief Salary in Major Cities

This chart shows the salary comparison for Deputy Fire Chief between major cities. San Francisco City consistently ranks #1 as of February 26, 2024. Click on the chart to see the detail salary data for Deputy Fire Chief in each city.
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City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $114,334
Washington, DC $101,821
Miami, FL $88,770
Chicago, IL $96,489
Boston, MA $103,056
New York, NY $107,474
Dallas, TX $90,873
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What is the average salary for Deputy Fire Chief in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Deputy Fire Chief in the United States. The base salary for Deputy Fire Chief ranges from $83,920 to $105,591 with the average base salary of $91,467. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $83,920 to $105,591 with the average total cash compensation of $91,467.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $91,467 $83,920 - $105,591
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $91,467 $83,920 - $105,591
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
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What's the difference between Deputy Fire Marshal and Deputy Fire Chief?
According to our latest salary estimation on February 26, 2024. The average salary of Deputy Fire Chief is $91,467, and the average salary of Deputy Fire Marshal is $66,239. The average salary of Deputy Fire Marshal is lower than Deputy Fire Chief. ( 2024-02-26 salary.com )
I am a Deputy Fire Chief, which location’s salary is higher, Meridian, MS or Bergenfield, NJ?
Bergenfield, NJ typically sees higher pay than Meridian, MS for Deputy Fire Chief. a Deputy Fire Chief Salary in Bergenfield, NJ is $105,370 as of February 26, 2024; a Deputy Fire Chief Salary in Meridian, MS is $81,076 as of February 26, 2024. ( 2024-02-26 salary.com )
Why does the salary of a Deputy Fire Chief vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2024-02-26 salary.com )
What are the Pay Factors for Deputy Fire Chief?
Salary ranges for a Deputy Fire Chief can vary widely, depending on the city and several other pay factors, including (but not limited to) education level, certifications, additional skills, and work experience. Click here to view Eight Factors That Can Affect Your Pay ( 2024-02-26 salary.com )
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