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Police captain salary in California (Updated 2026)

How much does a Police Captain make in California?

Average base salary

$194,328
63%
above national average
Average $194,328
Low $133,171
High $283,569

The average salary for a police captain is $194,328 per year in California. 17 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 18, 2026).

Highest paying companies for Police Captain in California

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
CITY OF REDWOOD CITY
 
$277,735per year
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CITY OF MILPITAS
 
$264,422per year
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City of San Ramon
 
$263,921per year
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City of San Jose
 
$259,726per year
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City of Fremont, CA
 
$254,295per year
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City and County of San Francis...
 
$246,055per year
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Highest paying cities for Police Captains near California

  1. Napa, CA
    $230,161 per year
  2. Los Angeles, CA
    $218,182 per year
  3. Martinez, CA
    $217,570 per year
  4. Los Gatos, CA
    $215,818 per year
  5. San Francisco, CA
    $213,197 per year

Where can a Police Captain earn more?

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