$79,336
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$41k
MEDIAN
$79k
90%
$116k
The average salary for a Police Officer is $79,336
Base Salary
$41k - $116k
Bonus
$0 - $3k
Total Pay
$44k - $120k
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What Do Police Officers Do?
Police Officer Tasks
- Patrol neighborhoods to prevent and stop crimes and threats to safety.
- Coordinate community work and outreach and offer educational services.
- Arrest offenders and suspects, collect evidence, and testify about cases.
- Respond to incidents and complaints, document interactions, and collect evidence.
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Gender Breakdown
Male
83.3%
Female
8.3%
Prefer to self-define
8.3%
This data is based on 12 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
Common Health Benefits
Medical
100%
Dental
85%
Vision