salary$80,260 a year$39 an hour · median pay in the Midland, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$63,890per year
Top pay (top 10%)$106,010per year
Jobs in the area340people work this job
Can a police officer afford Midland?
OK. Rent of $1,887 a month takes 28.2% 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 Midland, TX?
The median pay for a police officer in the Midland, TX area is $80,260 a year ($39 an hour). Most earn between $63,890 and $106,010.
Can a police officer afford to live in Midland?
Typical rent of $1,887 a month takes 28.2% 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 Midland, TX metro area.