Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Idaho | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $66,990 | $79,739 | -16% |
| Median hourly wage | $32.21 | $38.34 | -16% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $70,147.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in Idaho is $66,990, or about $32.21 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. Idaho is -16% below the national median.
Entry-level police officers in Idaho typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,810 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $66,990, Idaho offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.