salary$78,130 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Bakersfield-Delano, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$64,310per year
Top pay (top 10%)$152,540per year
Jobs in the area1,320people work this job
Can a police officer afford Bakersfield?
Expensive. Rent of $2,018 a month takes 31.0% 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 Bakersfield, CA?
The median pay for a police officer in the Bakersfield-Delano, CA area is $78,130 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $64,310 and $152,540.
Can a police officer afford to live in Bakersfield?
Typical rent of $2,018 a month takes 31.0% 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 Bakersfield-Delano, CA metro area.