salary$74,650 a year$36 an hour · median pay in the Akron, OH area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$53,360per year
Top pay (top 10%)$87,760per year
Jobs in the area1,610people work this job
Can a police officer afford Akron?
Cheap. Rent of $1,129 a month takes 18.1% of the median police officer salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a police officer make in Akron, OH?
The median pay for a police officer in the Akron, OH area is $74,650 a year ($36 an hour). Most earn between $53,360 and $87,760.
Can a police officer afford to live in Akron?
Typical rent of $1,129 a month takes 18.1% of the median police officer salary, which we rate Cheap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Akron, OH metro area.