Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Colorado | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $97,350 | $79,739 | +22% |
| Median hourly wage | $46.80 | $38.34 | +22% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $94,423.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in Colorado is $97,350, or about $46.80 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. Colorado is +22% above the national median.
Entry-level police officers in Colorado typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 9,610 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $97,350, Colorado offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.