salary$73,380 a year$35 an hour · median pay in the Albuquerque, NM area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$60,480per year
Top pay (top 10%)$74,030per year
Jobs in the area1,780people work this job
Can a police officer afford Albuquerque?
OK. Rent of $1,401 a month takes 22.9% 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 Albuquerque, NM?
The median pay for a police officer in the Albuquerque, NM area is $73,380 a year ($35 an hour). Most earn between $60,480 and $74,030.
Can a police officer afford to live in Albuquerque?
Typical rent of $1,401 a month takes 22.9% of the median police officer salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Albuquerque, NM metro area.