Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Vermont | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $68,910 | $79,739 | -14% |
| Median hourly wage | $33.13 | $38.34 | -14% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $70,316.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in Vermont is $68,910, or about $33.13 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. Vermont is -14% below the national median.
Entry-level police officers in Vermont typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,020 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $68,910, Vermont offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.