Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Tennessee | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,280 | $79,739 | -26% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.50 | $38.34 | -26% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $64,505.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in Tennessee is $59,280, or about $28.50 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. Tennessee is -26% below the national median.
Entry-level police officers in Tennessee typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 15,630 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $59,280, Tennessee offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.