Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Texas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $75,900 | $79,739 | -5% |
| Median hourly wage | $36.49 | $38.34 | -5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $78,167.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in Texas is $75,900, or about $36.49 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. Texas is -5% below the national median.
Entry-level police officers in Texas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 63,100 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $75,900, Texas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.