salary$78,810 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Jacksonville, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$58,690per year
Top pay (top 10%)$95,000per year
Jobs in the area2,800people work this job
Can a police officer afford Jacksonville?
OK. Rent of $1,719 a month takes 26.2% 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 Jacksonville, FL?
The median pay for a police officer in the Jacksonville, FL area is $78,810 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $58,690 and $95,000.
Can a police officer afford to live in Jacksonville?
Typical rent of $1,719 a month takes 26.2% 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 Jacksonville, FL metro area.