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Police dispatcher salary in United States, 2026

How much does a Police Dispatcher make in the United States?

Average base salary

$26.88
Average $26.88
Low $17.88
High $40.40

The average salary for a police dispatcher is $26.88 per hour in the United States. 475 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 29, 2026).

Police Dispatcher job openings in United States

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Police Dispatcher- Per Diem
City Of Martinez3.4out of 5 stars.
Martinez, CA
$47.03 - $57.16 an hour
Temporary
4 days ago

Highest paying companies for Police Dispatcher in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Washoe County School District
 
$231,395per year
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City of Fremont, CA
 
$113,654per year
City of Oakland
 
$109,486per year
City of San Jose
 
$107,513per year
Town of Falmouth, MA
 
$104,146per year
City of Pleasanton
 
$103,805per year

Highest paying cities for Police Dispatchers near United States

  1. Oakland, CA
    $42.16 per hour
  2. Hillsboro, OR
    $39.43 per hour
  3. Las Vegas, NV
    $24.82 per hour

Where can a Police Dispatcher earn more?

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