Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Hampshire | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $71,640 | $79,739 | -10% |
| Median hourly wage | $34.44 | $38.34 | -10% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $68,752.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in New Hampshire is $71,640, or about $34.44 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. New Hampshire is -10% below the national median.
Entry-level police officers in New Hampshire typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,460 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $71,640, New Hampshire offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.