salary$60,910 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,700per year
Top pay (top 10%)$79,280per year
Jobs in the area11,310people work this job
Can a police officer afford Atlanta?
Expensive. Rent of $1,999 a month takes 39.4% of the median police officer salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a police officer make in Atlanta, GA?
The median pay for a police officer in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA area is $60,910 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $48,700 and $79,280.
Can a police officer afford to live in Atlanta?
Typical rent of $1,999 a month takes 39.4% of the median police officer salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area.