salary$76,710 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$59,220per year
Top pay (top 10%)$95,300per year
Jobs in the area1,580people work this job
Can a police officer afford Cape Coral?
Expensive. Rent of $2,339 a month takes 36.6% 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 Cape Coral, FL?
The median pay for a police officer in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL area is $76,710 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $59,220 and $95,300.
Can a police officer afford to live in Cape Coral?
Typical rent of $2,339 a month takes 36.6% 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 Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL metro area.