How much does a Police Officer make?
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$58,283
/ yrThe estimated total pay for a Police Officer is $58,283 per year in the United States area, with an average salary of $53,718 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $4,565 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role.
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| Job Title | Salary |
|---|---|
| Police Officer | $58,283 /yr |
| Senior Police Officer | $65,007 /yr |
| Police Officer IV | $67,515 /yr |
Top Paying Companies
For a Police Officer in United States
Below is the total pay for the top 10 highest paying companies for a Police Officer in United States. Employers include Fairfield, CA, US Department of Treasury and LAPD.
Top Paying Companies
For Police Officer in United States
| 1 | Fairfield, CA | $102,351 | |
| 2 | US Department of Treasury | $85,690 | |
| 3 | LAPD | $85,643 | |
| 4 | San Francisco Police Department | $83,585 | |
| 5 | Henrico County, VA | $82,831 | |
| 6 | City of Santa Clara | $82,229 | |
| 7 | City and County of San Francisco | $82,204 | |
| 8 | City of Boston | $81,384 | |
| 9 | City of Stockton, California | $81,370 | |
| 10 | US Department of the Interior | $81,020 |
For Police Officer
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What is the total pay trajectory for Police Officer?
| Job Title | Salary |
|---|---|
| Police Officer | $58,283 /yr |
| Senior Police Officer | $65,007 /yr |
| Police Officer IV | $67,515 /yr |
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Top Paying Industries
For a Police Officer in United States
The top 5 paying industries for a Police Officer in United States are Aerospace & Defense with a median total pay of $76,647, Government & Public Administration with a median total pay of $70,032, Energy, Mining & Utilities with a median total pay of $68,216, Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services with a median total pay of $65,418, and Information Technology with a median total pay of $64,519.
- Government & Public AdministrationGovernment & Public Administration$70,032
0% Lower than other industries
- Construction, Repair & Maintenance ServicesConstruction, Repair & Maintenance Services$65,418
7% Lower than other industries
Aerospace & Defense
Top paying companies in Aerospace & Defense for Police Officer are US Department of Defense and National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency.
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What is the pay outlook for Military & Protective Services?
Job opportunities in military and protective services depend heavily on government budgets that may not be flexible. Pay scales rely heavily on time in service and are less-performance based, but public sector benefits can be attractive. Protective services roles are also an opportunity for veterans looking to transition into civilian roles. Education requirements in military and protective services vary, though many jobs don't require a Bachelor's degree.
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Police Officer pay FAQ
The national average salary for a Police Officer is $53,718 per year in United States. Filter by location to see a Police Officer salaries in your area. Salaries estimates are based on 9414 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Police Officer employees.
The highest salary for a Police Officer in United States is $80,577 per year.
The lowest salary for a Police Officer in United States is $35,812 per year.
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