salary$92,780 a year$45 an hour · median pay in the Eugene-Springfield, OR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$74,510per year
Top pay (top 10%)$104,460per year
Jobs in the area360people work this job
Can a police officer afford Eugene?
OK. Rent of $1,607 a month takes 20.8% 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 Eugene, OR?
The median pay for a police officer in the Eugene-Springfield, OR area is $92,780 a year ($45 an hour). Most earn between $74,510 and $104,460.
Can a police officer afford to live in Eugene?
Typical rent of $1,607 a month takes 20.8% 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 Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area.