salary$76,180 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Fargo, ND-MN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$60,710per year
Top pay (top 10%)$95,960per year
Jobs in the area420people work this job
Can a police officer afford Fargo?
Cheap. Rent of $1,080 a month takes 17.0% 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 Fargo, ND?
The median pay for a police officer in the Fargo, ND-MN area is $76,180 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $60,710 and $95,960.
Can a police officer afford to live in Fargo?
Typical rent of $1,080 a month takes 17.0% of the median police officer salary, which we rate Cheap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Fargo, ND-MN metro area.