salary$60,710 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Athens-Clarke County, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$41,720per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,010per year
Jobs in the area570people work this job
Can a police officer afford Athens?
OK. Rent of $1,426 a month takes 28.2% 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 Athens, GA?
The median pay for a police officer in the Athens-Clarke County, GA area is $60,710 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $41,720 and $75,010.
Can a police officer afford to live in Athens?
Typical rent of $1,426 a month takes 28.2% 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 Athens-Clarke County, GA metro area.