Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| New Jersey | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $92,610 | $79,739 | +16% |
| Median hourly wage | $44.52 | $38.34 | +16% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $85,119.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in New Jersey is $92,610, or about $44.52 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. New Jersey is +16% above the national median.
Entry-level police officers in New Jersey typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 21,780 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $92,610, New Jersey offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.