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Assistant Fire Chief

Average Late-Career Assistant Fire Chief Salary

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$85,984
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$51k
MEDIAN
$86k
90%
$179k

The average salary for an Assistant Fire Chief is $85,984 in 2025

Base Salary
$51k - $179k
Bonus
$0 - $3k
Profit Sharing
$0 - $4k
Total Pay
$52k - $178k
Based on 25 salary profiles (last updated Sep 20 2023)
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Common Health Benefits for a Assistant Fire Chief

Medical
90%
Dental
70%
Vision
70%
None
10%

Gender Breakdown for Assistant Fire Chiefs

Male
88.9%
Female
11.1%
This data is based on 9 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Assistant Fire Chiefs

What is the highest pay for Assistant Fire Chiefs?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Assistant Fire Chief is $179k / year

What is the lowest pay for Assistant Fire Chiefs?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Assistant Fire Chief is $51k / year

How can Assistant Fire Chiefs increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Assistant Fire Chief is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Assistant Fire Chief that oversees more junior Assistant Fire Chiefs, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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