Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Wisconsin | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $78,090 | $79,739 | -2% |
| Median hourly wage | $37.54 | $38.34 | -2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $82,986.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in Wisconsin is $78,090, or about $37.54 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. Wisconsin is -2% below the national median.
Entry-level police officers in Wisconsin typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 12,320 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $78,090, Wisconsin offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.