Police Officer Salary in Richmond, VA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$63,884
Hourly Rate
$30.71
/hour
Jobs in Area
631
employed
Police Officer Salary Range in Richmond, VA
Annual Salary Range
$41k
10th percentile
$54k
25th
$77k
75th
$91k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $41,496 | $19.95 |
| 25th Percentile | $53,525 | $25.73 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $63,884 | $30.71 |
| 75th Percentile | $77,444 | $37.23 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $91,352 | $43.92 |
| Average (Mean) | $70,075 | $33.69 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Police Officer salary in Richmond, VA is $63,884 per year or $30.71 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 Richmond Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Richmond, VA Compares
vs National Average
$69,160
vs Virginia Average
$71,210
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$65,055
Cost of living in Richmond, VA is 1.8% below the national average.
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