salary$74,920 a year$36 an hour · median pay in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$44,170per year
Top pay (top 10%)$85,100per year
Jobs in the area1,440people work this job
Can a police officer afford Grand Rapids?
OK. Rent of $1,751 a month takes 28.0% 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 Grand Rapids, MI?
The median pay for a police officer in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI area is $74,920 a year ($36 an hour). Most earn between $44,170 and $85,100.
Can a police officer afford to live in Grand Rapids?
Typical rent of $1,751 a month takes 28.0% 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 Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI metro area.