salary$63,010 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,500per year
Top pay (top 10%)$94,330per year
Jobs in the area5,400people work this job
Can a police officer afford Orlando?
Expensive. Rent of $1,955 a month takes 37.2% 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 Orlando, FL?
The median pay for a police officer in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL area is $63,010 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $47,500 and $94,330.
Can a police officer afford to live in Orlando?
Typical rent of $1,955 a month takes 37.2% 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 Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL metro area.