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Chief of Police

Brownsville, TX · On-site

$168 - $214/hr

City of Brownsville, Texas Chief of Police Salary: $168,000 to $214,000 DOQ The City provides an ... are built by investing in people and preserving culture while preparing for the future.

City of St. Joseph

Police Officer

Saint Joseph, MO · On-site

$55K/yr

Police SALARY: $55,103.15/YR $26.491899/HR (Commissioned Officer) $39,137.94/YR $18.816317/HR ... Assists in the investigation on various cases. No supervisory or budgetary responsibilities.

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for highest police salary in in the United States is $60,629.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,500.00 and $65,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Highest Police Salary In vs Police Detective?

AspectHighest Police Salary InPolice Detective
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or GED, police academy trainingHigh school diploma or GED, police academy training
Work EnvironmentLaw enforcement agencies, police stationsLaw enforcement agencies, crime scenes, patrol areas
Employer & IndustryMunicipal, state, federal law enforcementMunicipal, state, federal law enforcement

Both roles require similar credentials and work environments, but the Highest Police Salary In typically refers to top-paying police departments or regions, whereas Police Detectives focus on investigations. The salary difference often depends on location, experience, and department size.

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Infographic showing various Highest Police Salary In job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,629 per year, or $29.1 per hour.

United States Capitol Police - Police Officer

United States Capitol Police

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

$86K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Did you know the United States Capitol Police is immediately hiring for our many police officer vacancies? Today, the department is made up of more than 2,000 police officers providing armed security and protection for the Congress, the public, and the U.S. Capitol. We embrace and celebrate a diverse workforce, because inclusion makes us all stronger!

SALARY - We have the highest starting salary in the DMV area for law enforcement at $86,530 a year, a lateral program that offers $10,000 retention bonus, student loan repayment program of $80,000 and much more.

BENEFITS - We offer health insurance, dental insurance, vision care, life and long-term care insurance, Thrift Savings Plan, flexible spending accounts, transit subsidy benefits, fitness centers, personal trainers, nutritionists, an employee assistance program and much more!

SPECIALTY UNITS

  • Dignitary Protection Division - Provide armed security and protection for Members of Congress
  • Containment and Emergency Response Team (CERT/SWAT)
  • K-9 Unit
  • Bomb Technician
  • Bicycle Response Team
  • Special Operations
  • Crime Scene Search
  • Criminal Investigations
  • Intelligence and Interagency Coordination
  • Threat Assessment Section
  • Command Center
  • Communications
  • Mobile Patrol

QUALIFICATIONS - Candidates must meet the following requirements to be minimally qualified for this position:

  • Must be a United States citizen.
  • Must be between 21-39 years of age.
  • Must have a High School diploma or a GED certificate.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid U.S. driver's license.
  • Must show evidence of responsible driving in the past one (1) year.
  • Male applicants must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Must successfully complete a full field background investigation.
  • Travel for hiring assessments and training is at applicant's expense.
  • Polygraph, medical assessment, criminal, credit, and tax check required.
  • Must successfully complete all required training.

Come join our team and Be One Of Us!

To learn more, visit: www.uscp.gov/careers

APPLY HERE!

https://uscp.csodfed.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/792?c=uscp

Company Description

Our agency consists of more than 2,000 police officers with a mission to protect the members of Congress, the public, and the U.S. Capitol grounds. We embrace and celebrate a diverse workforce because inclusion makes us all stronger!

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