Chief Engineer Salary in 2026

Based on 22 salary-transparent job listings

$23,407 /year avg

Salary Range

Low

$46

Average

$23,407

High

$750,000

Avg: $23,407
$46$750,000

25th Percentile

$11,727

Median

$375,023

75th Percentile

$386,704

Job Count

22

Salary Distribution

$0 - $30K
18
$30K - $50K
2
$50K - $75K
1
$150K+
1

Chief Engineer Salary by Experience Level

Experience Avg. Salary Listings
Mid Level $23,407 22

Chief Engineer Salary by City

City Avg. Salary Listings
San Diego $375,023 1
Woodinville $72,500 1
Los Angeles $34,000 1
Arlington $32,500 1
Atlanta $69 2
Chicago $69 2
Richardson $62 1
Smyrna $62 1
Hamilton $50 1
Leicester $50 2

Chief Engineer Salary by Employment Type

Full-Time

$23,407

22 listings

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Chief Engineer salary?

The average Chief Engineer salary is $23,407 per year based on 22 job listings on Jobs Near Me. Salaries range from $46 to $750,000.

What is the highest paying city for Chief Engineer?

The highest paying city for Chief Engineer roles is San Diego with an average salary of $375,023.

How much does an entry level Chief Engineer make?

Entry level salary data for Chief Engineer is being collected. The overall average for this role is $23,407.

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