salary$72,070 a year$35 an hour · median pay in the Billings, MT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$59,850per year
Top pay (top 10%)$82,760per year
Jobs in the area320people work this job
Can a police officer afford Billings?
OK. Rent of $1,508 a month takes 25.1% 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 Billings, MT?
The median pay for a police officer in the Billings, MT area is $72,070 a year ($35 an hour). Most earn between $59,850 and $82,760.
Can a police officer afford to live in Billings?
Typical rent of $1,508 a month takes 25.1% 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 Billings, MT metro area.