salary$60,520 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$49,070per year
Top pay (top 10%)$76,720per year
Jobs in the area1,240people work this job
Can a police officer afford Palm Bay?
Expensive. Rent of $1,870 a month takes 37.1% 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 Palm Bay, FL?
The median pay for a police officer in the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL area is $60,520 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $49,070 and $76,720.
Can a police officer afford to live in Palm Bay?
Typical rent of $1,870 a month takes 37.1% 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 Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL metro area.