salary$60,100 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,420per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,020per year
Jobs in the area1,040people work this job
Can a police officer afford Durham?
Expensive. Rent of $1,797 a month takes 35.9% 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 Durham, NC?
The median pay for a police officer in the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC area is $60,100 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $47,420 and $78,020.
Can a police officer afford to live in Durham?
Typical rent of $1,797 a month takes 35.9% 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 Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro area.