In Texas, the average salary for a police officer is $53,000. This is according to a study by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The job of a police officer can be very rewarding but also incredibly dangerous. However, even though it is a dangerous job, it is also one that pays well. In fact, according to Glassdoor, the average cop salary in Texas is $53,000 per year.
When you look at some of the other professions that are similar to being a police officer such as an ambulance driver or prison guard, you will see that these jobs pay more than what an average cop does in Texas.
The average police officer salary in Texas is $65,000. This includes officers who have been on the force for less than 5 years and those who have been on the force for more than 10 years.
Average Cop Salary In Texas
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The average salary for a police officer is $55,282 per year in Texas. 363 salaries reported, updated at July 22, 2022.
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Salaries by years of experience in Texas
| Years of experience | Per year |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | $46,810 |
| 1 to 2 years | $46,224 |
| 3 to 5 years | $52,269 |
| 6 to 9 years | – |
| More than 10 years | $76,500 |
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Top companies for Police Officers in Texas
- San Jose Police Department4.314 reviews16 salaries reported$131,883per year
- City of San Mateo4.011 reviews26 salaries reported$117,728per year
- Admiral Security Services, Inc3.095 reviews5 salaries reported$99,832per year
- Dillard’s, Inc.3.28800 reviews8 salaries reported$95,049per year
- CITY OF HAYWARD4.215 reviews9 salaries reported$91,578per year
