salary$66,700 a year$32 an hour · median pay in the Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$53,050per year
Top pay (top 10%)$85,460per year
Jobs in the area1,300people work this job
Can a police officer afford Lakeland?
Expensive. Rent of $1,676 a month takes 30.2% of the median police officer salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a police officer make in Lakeland, FL?
The median pay for a police officer in the Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL area is $66,700 a year ($32 an hour). Most earn between $53,050 and $85,460.
Can a police officer afford to live in Lakeland?
Typical rent of $1,676 a month takes 30.2% of the median police officer salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL metro area.