salary$91,580 a year$44 an hour · median pay in the Colorado Springs, CO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$63,000per year
Top pay (top 10%)$97,620per year
Jobs in the area1,240people work this job
Can a police officer afford Colorado Springs?
OK. Rent of $1,901 a month takes 24.9% 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 Colorado Springs, CO?
The median pay for a police officer in the Colorado Springs, CO area is $91,580 a year ($44 an hour). Most earn between $63,000 and $97,620.
Can a police officer afford to live in Colorado Springs?
Typical rent of $1,901 a month takes 24.9% 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 Colorado Springs, CO metro area.