Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Alabama | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $51,270 | $79,739 | -36% |
| Median hourly wage | $24.65 | $38.34 | -36% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $57,736.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in Alabama is $51,270, or about $24.65 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. Alabama is -36% below the national median.
Entry-level police officers in Alabama typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 11,710 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $51,270, Alabama offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.