salary$84,940 a year$41 an hour · median pay in the Boise City, ID area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$58,990per year
Top pay (top 10%)$102,950per year
Jobs in the area950people work this job
Can a police officer afford Boise City?
OK. Rent of $1,711 a month takes 24.2% 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 Boise City, ID?
The median pay for a police officer in the Boise City, ID area is $84,940 a year ($41 an hour). Most earn between $58,990 and $102,950.
Can a police officer afford to live in Boise City?
Typical rent of $1,711 a month takes 24.2% 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 Boise City, ID metro area.