Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Washington | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $102,080 | $79,739 | +28% |
| Median hourly wage | $49.08 | $38.34 | +28% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $95,402.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in Washington is $102,080, or about $49.08 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. Washington is +28% above the national median.
Entry-level police officers in Washington typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 9,160 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $102,080, Washington offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.