salary$48,970 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the New Orleans-Metairie, LA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,940per year
Top pay (top 10%)$70,660per year
Jobs in the area2,040people work this job
Can a police officer afford New Orleans?
Expensive. Rent of $1,508 a month takes 37.0% 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 New Orleans, LA?
The median pay for a police officer in the New Orleans-Metairie, LA area is $48,970 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $36,940 and $70,660.
Can a police officer afford to live in New Orleans?
Typical rent of $1,508 a month takes 37.0% 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 New Orleans-Metairie, LA metro area.