Police Officer Salary in Austin, TX
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$71,310
Hourly Rate
$34.28
/hour
Jobs in Area
695
employed
Police Officer Salary Range in Austin, TX
Annual Salary Range
$46k
10th percentile
$58k
25th
$84k
75th
$102k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $45,746 | $21.99 |
| 25th Percentile | $57,715 | $27.75 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $71,310 | $34.28 |
| 75th Percentile | $84,037 | $40.40 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $102,495 | $49.28 |
| Average (Mean) | $76,679 | $36.86 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Police Officer salary in Austin, TX is $71,310 per year or $34.28 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Austin, TX Compares
vs National Average
$69,160
vs Texas Average
$65,517
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$67,721
Cost of living in Austin, TX is 5.3% above the national average.
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