salary$58,390 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$43,920per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,680per year
Jobs in the area1,120people work this job
Can a police officer afford Augusta?
OK. Rent of $1,458 a month takes 30.0% 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 Augusta, GA?
The median pay for a police officer in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area is $58,390 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $43,920 and $75,680.
Can a police officer afford to live in Augusta?
Typical rent of $1,458 a month takes 30.0% 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 Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area.