Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Ohio | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $77,020 | $79,739 | -3% |
| Median hourly wage | $37.03 | $38.34 | -3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $82,996.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in Ohio is $77,020, or about $37.03 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. Ohio is -3% below the national median.
Entry-level police officers in Ohio typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 23,430 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $77,020, Ohio offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.