salary$82,170 a year$40 an hour · median pay in the New Haven, CT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$61,710per year
Top pay (top 10%)$105,030per year
Jobs in the area1,300people work this job
Can a police officer afford New Haven?
OK. Rent of $2,010 a month takes 29.4% 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 New Haven, CT?
The median pay for a police officer in the New Haven, CT area is $82,170 a year ($40 an hour). Most earn between $61,710 and $105,030.
Can a police officer afford to live in New Haven?
Typical rent of $2,010 a month takes 29.4% 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 New Haven, CT metro area.