salary$57,610 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Clarksville, TN-KY area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,690per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,400per year
Jobs in the area730people work this job
Can a police officer afford Clarksville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,537 a month takes 32.0% 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 Clarksville, TN?
The median pay for a police officer in the Clarksville, TN-KY area is $57,610 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $46,690 and $75,400.
Can a police officer afford to live in Clarksville?
Typical rent of $1,537 a month takes 32.0% 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 Clarksville, TN-KY metro area.