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How much does a Police Officer make in the United States?
Average base salary
Data source tooltip for average base salary.4.7k salaries reported, updated at June 15, 2021
$53,676
per year
The average salary for a police officer is $53,676 per year in the United States.
Most common benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Bereavement leave
- Tuition reimbursement
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Salaries by years of experience in the United States
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| Less than 1 year | |
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Highest paying cities in United States for Police Officers
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Best-paid skills and qualifications for police officers
Most recommended license
Driver's License
The jobs requiring this license have decrease by 26.48% since 2018. Police Officers with this license earn +12.73% more than the average base salary, which is $53,676 per year.
Top companies hiring police officers on Indeed
Hampstead Police Department
Amtrak
Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission
Paragon Systems, Inc.
Children's National Hospital
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More critical skills and qualifications that pay well
Information tooltip for top licenses.
License categories:
| Top license | Salary | Job openings | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
Driver's License | +12.73% | 1,027 jobs | 1,418  |
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Most common benefits for Police Officers
- Flexible schedule
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Bereavement leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- AD&D insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Credit union membership
- Health insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Salary satisfaction
53% of Police officers in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area
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