Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Missouri | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,460 | $79,739 | -25% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.59 | $38.34 | -25% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $65,485.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in Missouri is $59,460, or about $28.59 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. Missouri is -25% below the national median.
Entry-level police officers in Missouri typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 13,570 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $59,460, Missouri offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.