salary$63,190 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$49,850per year
Top pay (top 10%)$94,430per year
Jobs in the area5,770people work this job
Can a police officer afford Concord?
Expensive. Rent of $1,929 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 Concord, NC?
The median pay for a police officer in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC area is $63,190 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $49,850 and $94,430.
Can a police officer afford to live in Concord?
Typical rent of $1,929 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 Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area.