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Police Officer yearly salaries in the United States at NYPD

Job Title
Police Officer
Location
United States
Average salary
$62,711
matches
Meets national average
Average $62,711
Low $16,000
High $140,000

Salary estimated from 7 past and present job postings on Indeed.

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Reviews about Pay and benefits for Police Officer in NYPD

March 14, 2026

You Learn Something New Almost Every Day

I was born and raised in NYC and proudly served in all 5 boroughs as a NYPD police officer for 25 years. I worked many different jobs in my life, including the construction industry, and the NYPD was the job I enjoyed the most. Working with dedicated and responsible people and serving the good citizens...Show more
February 21, 2026

Great department but no moral

Great department, but the moral is low and mainly because politics destroyed the whole city. Great benefits and pension and thru got the best healthcare as well
May 17, 2025

Nypd

A typical work day for a police officer is driving in a sector car and answering calls to your sector via the radio. Radio calls include virtually anything but typically it will be reports of theft , Motor vehicle accidents, noise complaints and disputes. You will learn something new every day. Management...Show more
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Common questions about salaries at NYPD

How much does a Police Officer make at NYPD in the United States?

Average NYPD Police Officer yearly pay in the United States is approximately $62,711, which meets the national average.

Salary estimated from 7 past and present job postings on Indeed.

Please note that all salary figures are approximations based upon third party submissions to Indeed. These figures are given to the Indeed users for the purpose of generalized comparison only. Minimum wage may differ by jurisdiction and you should consult the employer for actual salary figures.