Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Connecticut | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $82,170 | $79,739 | +3% |
| Median hourly wage | $39.50 | $38.34 | +3% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $79,315.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in Connecticut is $82,170, or about $39.50 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. Connecticut is +3% above the national median.
Entry-level police officers in Connecticut typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 6,500 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $82,170, Connecticut offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.