salary$77,110 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Lubbock, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$48,530per year
Top pay (top 10%)$99,570per year
Jobs in the area790people work this job
Can a police officer afford Lubbock?
OK. Rent of $1,301 a month takes 20.2% 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 Lubbock, TX?
The median pay for a police officer in the Lubbock, TX area is $77,110 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $48,530 and $99,570.
Can a police officer afford to live in Lubbock?
Typical rent of $1,301 a month takes 20.2% 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 Lubbock, TX metro area.