salary$76,670 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Peoria, IL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$49,340per year
Top pay (top 10%)$105,720per year
Jobs in the area630people work this job
Can a police officer afford Peoria?
Cheap. Rent of $1,152 a month takes 18.0% 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 Peoria, IL?
The median pay for a police officer in the Peoria, IL area is $76,670 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $49,340 and $105,720.
Can a police officer afford to live in Peoria?
Typical rent of $1,152 a month takes 18.0% of the median police officer salary, which we rate Cheap.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Peoria, IL metro area.