Law Enforcement Leads Barnstable’s Salary Chart in 2025
Barnstable’s public payroll list for 2025 reveals that most of the town’s highest‑paid workers are police officers.
| Rank | Name | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lieutenant Jason Laber | $314,202 |
| 2 | Lieutenant Michael Clark | $280,244 |
| 3 | Chief Jean Challies | $278,320 |
| 4 | Lieutenant Kevin Fullam | $268,174 |
| 5 | Deputy Mark Mellyn | $259,615 |
| 6 | Lieutenant Joseph Green | $252,910 |
| 7 | Deputy Jennifer Ellis | $251,067 |
These seven officers account for 70 % of the top ten salaries in the town.
The remaining spots are filled by administrative and educational leaders:
| Title | Name | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Town Manager | Mark Ellis | $246,783 |
| Director of Finance | Mark Miline | $244,074 |
| School Superintendent | Sara Ahern | $228,938 |
The data is publicly searchable by name, title, and other criteria, allowing residents to see how the town allocates its budget for staff.
This distribution highlights a clear trend: law‑enforcement positions tend to offer the highest compensation among municipal roles in this area. The figures prompt questions about how salary decisions align with community needs, workforce diversity, and long‑term fiscal planning. Understanding these numbers can help citizens engage more meaningfully in local governance discussions.
