Police Officer Salary in the United States

Median Salary

$76,210/yr

Typical Range

$59k – $98k

Employed Nationally

670,520

Pay Distribution

Pay Distribution Data for Police Officers nationally.

$48k10th$59k25th$76kMedian$98k75th$115k90th

= Market Median ($76,210)Shaded = Middle 50%Per YearPer Hour

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National Market Trends

Police Officer National Median Salary

$63k$68k$73k$78k20212022202320242025

Police Officer National Employment (Jobs)

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