salary$76,850 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$60,590per year
Top pay (top 10%)$98,710per year
Jobs in the area3,120people work this job
Can a police officer afford Providence?
Expensive. Rent of $1,964 a month takes 30.7% 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 Providence, RI?
The median pay for a police officer in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA area is $76,850 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $60,590 and $98,710.
Can a police officer afford to live in Providence?
Typical rent of $1,964 a month takes 30.7% 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 Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area.