salary$98,230 a year$47 an hour · median pay in the Modesto, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$78,230per year
Top pay (top 10%)$123,690per year
Jobs in the area960people work this job
Can a police officer afford Modesto?
OK. Rent of $1,988 a month takes 24.3% 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 Modesto, CA?
The median pay for a police officer in the Modesto, CA area is $98,230 a year ($47 an hour). Most earn between $78,230 and $123,690.
Can a police officer afford to live in Modesto?
Typical rent of $1,988 a month takes 24.3% 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 Modesto, CA metro area.