salary$100,770 a year$48 an hour · median pay in the Fresno, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$65,280per year
Top pay (top 10%)$159,420per year
Jobs in the area1,560people work this job
Can a police officer afford Fresno?
OK. Rent of $1,789 a month takes 21.3% 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 Fresno, CA?
The median pay for a police officer in the Fresno, CA area is $100,770 a year ($48 an hour). Most earn between $65,280 and $159,420.
Can a police officer afford to live in Fresno?
Typical rent of $1,789 a month takes 21.3% 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 Fresno, CA metro area.