salary$77,750 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$62,250per year
Top pay (top 10%)$101,260per year
Jobs in the area4,190people work this job
Can a police officer afford North Las Vegas?
Expensive. Rent of $2,056 a month takes 31.7% 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 North Las Vegas, NV?
The median pay for a police officer in the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV area is $77,750 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $62,250 and $101,260.
Can a police officer afford to live in North Las Vegas?
Typical rent of $2,056 a month takes 31.7% 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 Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV metro area.