salary$77,070 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Port St. Lucie, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$61,910per year
Top pay (top 10%)$98,720per year
Jobs in the area1,030people work this job
Can a police officer afford Port St. Lucie?
Expensive. Rent of $2,470 a month takes 38.5% 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 Port St. Lucie, FL?
The median pay for a police officer in the Port St. Lucie, FL area is $77,070 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $61,910 and $98,720.
Can a police officer afford to live in Port St. Lucie?
Typical rent of $2,470 a month takes 38.5% 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 Port St. Lucie, FL metro area.