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Police Officer Salary in Phoenix, Arizona

Updated 2026-04-05BLS 2024 data — be the first to add a local report

Salary Distribution

BLS 2024
$69,309/ year

Median Police Officer in Phoenix, AZ

$43,919
10th
$53,560
25th
$69,309
Median
$89,610
75th
$109,324
90th

Compensation Breakdown

BLS 2024
Base salary (median)
$69,309
Total compensation (est.)
$79,705
Bonus range
$2,600 – $10,440
Mean salary
$73,468

How This Compares

Phoenix, AZ median
$69,309
Arizona median
$68,636+1.0%
National median
$67,290+3.0%

Cost of living in Phoenix is 3% above the national average. Salary of $69,309 here is equivalent to $67,290 nationally.

Salary by Experience

0-2 years
$49,902-28.0%
3-5 years
$63,071-9.0%
6-10 years
$77,626+12.0%
10+ years
$95,646+38.0%

Salary by Company Size

Startup (< 100 employees)
$60,992-12.0%
Mid-size (100–5,000)
$69,309
Enterprise (5,000+)
$81,785+18.0%

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Police Officer Salaries in Nearby Cities

Tucson, AZ$67,290/yr
Mesa, AZ$67,290/yr
Chandler, AZ$67,290/yr
Scottsdale, AZ$67,290/yr
Glendale, AZ$67,290/yr

Related Jobs in Phoenix

Firefighter$60,039/yr
Correctional Officer$51,098/yr
Security Guard$36,905/yr

Quick Numbers

Hourly (40hr week)$33/hr
Monthly gross$5,776/mo
25th percentile$53,560/yr
75th percentile$89,610/yr

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Market Context

via FRED

Fed Funds Rate

Mar 2026

3.64%

Inflation (CPI)

year-over-year

2.4%+0.04

National Unemployment

Mar 2026

4.3%-0.10

Arizona Unemployment

Dec 2025

4.3%

Avg Hourly Earnings

all private workers

$37.38+$0.09

10yr Treasury

Apr 2026

4.31%

Source: St. Louis Fed (FRED). Updated daily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Police Officer salary in Phoenix?

The median Police Officer salary in Phoenix is $69,309 per year, with a range from $53,560 at the 25th percentile to $89,610 at the 75th percentile. Total compensation including bonuses typically runs higher — see the breakdown above for the full picture.

How does Police Officer pay in Phoenix compare to the national average?

Police Officer salaries in Phoenix are 3% above the national median of $67,290. After adjusting for Phoenix's cost of living, the purchasing power of that salary is equivalent to roughly $67,290 nationally — which is the number that actually matters when comparing offers across cities.

What factors affect Police Officer salaries in Phoenix?

In Phoenix, the biggest drivers are years of experience, company size, and industry vertical. Entry-level Police Officer roles start around $43,919, while senior and staff-level positions at larger employers can reach $109,324 or above. Specialized skills and in-demand tools can also meaningfully shift where you land in the range.

Is Phoenix a good place for Police Officer jobs?

Phoenix offers a Police Officer median of $69,309, which is 3% above the US median of $67,290. Whether that makes it a good market depends on your personal cost-of-living equation — Phoenix is 3% more expensive than the national average, so factor that into your math.

How do I negotiate a higher Police Officer salary?

Start with the data on this page: the 75th percentile for Police Officer in Phoenix is $89,610, which is a defensible anchor for a negotiation. Come in with a specific number backed by real market data — not a range — and reference your experience tier. If you're above the median, ask for the 75th percentile. If you're already at the 75th, push for total comp improvements like equity or bonus instead.